As Deportivo searches for players for its return to Primera, the midfield is a priority, and the club is considering Almería's Stefan Džodić, 21. The sporting management is seeking a player to provide defensive strength after the departure of players with that profile, and Džodić is considered for his physical power and defensive ability. Sporting director Fernando Soriano watched him play live on June 9 when Almería faced Castellón in the playoff semifinals, a match in which the midfielder scored a 94th-minute goal. A potential transfer for the Serbian U21 international would become more likely if Almería does not secure promotion. Soriano confirmed he is closely monitoring the Segunda market, especially for players from top teams that do not get promoted, and noted that while everyone looks at a player like Arribas, there are many Almería players he likes. Džodić, who can also play in defense, joined Almería last summer on a free transfer from Montpellier's youth system, having also played in Ligue 1 for the French club, and signed a long-term contract until June 2030. The central midfielder has nine caps for the Serbia U21 team and a current market value of €1.50m, according to Transfermarkt. In the 2025/2026 season, he made 33 appearances in LaLiga2, scoring one goal and providing two assists, and scored another goal in three promotion playoff games.