An offer for Jefté Betancor from Buriram United in Thailand was considered financially too significant to reject as it could guarantee financial security for generations. The situation also involved Albacete and Olympiacos. Everything was prepared for the transfer, with agreements in place between the club managements, a plane ticket issued, and the signing scheduled for January 12. However, following a phone call and a discussion with Albacete's sporting director, Betancor decided to stay and not board the plane to Thailand. He did so to honor his commitment to the club and play against Real Madrid.