Maribor has officially confirmed the departure of Oscar Zambrano, who has permanently joined Hull City. According to an official press release from Hull City, the transfer fee is a business secret. Zambrano signed a four-year contract with Hull City. Previously, Zambrano played at Hull City as a loaned player from LDU Quito, but Hull City did not purchase him at that time due to a long suspension for a doping offense. Zambrano returned to Acun Ilicali's 'system' via Maribor, which had bought him from LDU Quito, and he has now transferred to Hull City.

Oscar Zambrano will leave Maribor to return to Hull City, who are preparing for the new season in the Premier League. Local media in Hull report that an agreement between the clubs has been reached, and official confirmation of the transfer is expected soon. It is expected that Oscar Zambrano will sign a three-year contract with Hull City that includes an option for an additional season. Zambrano will join the team's preparations under Sergej Jakirović on Monday. Hull City News (@HullCityStats) confirmed on July 11, 2026, that Oscar Zambrano will sign for Hull City on a three-year deal and will report for training in Cottingham on Monday.

According to Acun Ilicali, Óscar Zambrano will not return to Hull City before the transfer window closes on February 2. Ilicali explained that the 21-year-old Ecuadorian defensive midfielder needs more time at Maribor to regain his fitness and rhythm. Zambrano could return in the summer, and Ilicali believes he will be a fantastic signing for the club in the future.