While searching for an attacking midfielder this winter, Rennes approached Betis regarding 29-year-old Argentine international Giovani Lo Celso. The Spanish club was not opposed to selling the player, who is under contract until June 2028. However, negotiations with Lo Celso's agent prevented Rennes from advancing on the matter, leading the French club to pursue Sebastian Szymanski from Fenerbahçe instead. Lo Celso has 65 caps for Argentina. He has made 17 appearances in LaLiga this season, contributing 2 goals and 2 assists. He joined from Tottenham in August 2024 for a €5 million fee. Rosario Central and Inter Miami have also been linked with Lo Celso. In January 2026, reports indicated Real Betis was requesting approximately €15 million for a transfer. His current Transfermarkt market value is €15.00m.