Osasuna identified 22-year-old Spanish attacking midfielder Javi Hernández as a target. Mundo Deportivo previously reported that the club had placed his name on their agenda. The player has reportedly ignored multiple expressions of interest this summer. Other interested parties included Elche from Primera División and several clubs from Portugal, with Famalicao being one of the most insistent, alongside Osasuna. In the MLS, both Colorado Rapids and DC United have also shown interest in the player. For the 2025/2026 season in LaLiga2, Javi Hernández made 47 appearances, scored 8 goals, and provided 4 assists. His contract with RCD Espanyol Barcelona is set to expire in June 2028. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €1.50m.