Hidalgo: Dépor 'ready to improve' as tough January schedule looms

Deportivo La Coruña manager Antonio Hidalgo has declared his squad fully recharged after the winter break, with the boss feeling positive ahead of what promises to be a demanding January fixture list.

Batteries Recharged

The Galician outfit returns to action this Sunday when they host Cádiz at the Riazor, and Hidalgo couldn’t be more pleased with how his players have returned from their festive downtime.

“The disconnect did us all good,” the Dépor gaffer revealed in Friday’s presser, clearly chuffed with the state of his squad. The break seems to have come at just the right time for Deportivo, who now face what Hidalgo describes as “a tough month” ahead.

The manager’s comments suggest there’s a proper buzz around the training ground as they prepare to kick off the new year against Gaizka Garitano’s Cádiz side.

Transfer Talk

With the January window now open for business, there’s naturally been chatter about potential reinforcements. While Hidalgo didn’t name specific targets, he made it crystal clear that the club’s brass are always on the lookout for quality additions.

Hidalgo spoke positively about his current squad depth but left the door wide open for new faces, emphasizing that at Deportivo, they’re “always ready to improve” - music to the ears of the Riazor faithful, I’d imagine.

Cádiz Challenge

Looking ahead to Sunday’s fixture, Hidalgo isn’t taking anything for granted. He’s well aware of the threat posed by Garitano’s men, describing them as:

• “Very solid”
• “Tough”
• “Packed with quality players”

The Dépor boss stressed his side will need to remain switched on throughout and can’t afford any slip-ups against such formidable opposition. It’s going to be a proper test, but Hidalgo seems to have his team ready for the battle.

For Deportivo fans, the gaffer’s positive vibes should provide some January warmth as they look to start 2026 on the right foot in their Segunda División campaign.