Spanish midfielder Santi Cazorla, 41, had previously indicated his retirement was almost certain, stating on April 29 that the decision was already made and that everything has a beginning and an end. However, after receiving an ovation at the Santiago Bernabéu and stating that in the summer he would disconnect, see the team's project, and make a decision, Cazorla has not ruled out continuing for one more year at Real Oviedo if certain changes occur at the club. Cazorla joined Real Oviedo on August 16, 2023, and the former Spanish international has 81 caps and 15 goals for his country. His current Transfermarkt market value is €200k.