Elche, led by Martín Anselmi, has shown interest in Espanyol's 22-year-old Spanish attacking midfielder, Javi Hernández. According to MD, the player has ignored multiple approaches this summer, including the one from Elche. Other clubs that have expressed interest include Osasuna and Famalicao, who were reportedly among the most insistent. Several other clubs from Portugal also enquired about his situation, as did MLS teams Colorado Rapids and DC United. The player is focused on succeeding at Espanyol. Hernández, who joined the club in July 2024, is under contract until 2028. He made 47 appearances in LaLiga2 during the 2025/2026 season, contributing 8 goals and 4 assists, and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €1.50m.