Getafe optimistic on Chimy Ávila deal as Bordalás demands January reinforcements
The Madrid club is closing in on a loan move for Betis striker Chimy Ávila, with negotiations progressing amid Bordalás' plea for urgent squad additions.
Getafe are increasingly confident of landing Betis forward Chimy Ávila this January, with the Madrid outfit desperate to bolster their attacking options for the second half of the season.
Deal structure taking shape
The Azulones have already reached an agreement with the player himself, though talks with Real Betis remain ongoing. The proposed deal would see Ávila join on an initial loan with a purchase option included.
While negotiations haven’t quite reached the decisive stage, there’s growing optimism around the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez that the Argentine striker could soon be donning the blue shirt. Getafe are now simply waiting for the green light from La Liga regarding their financial fair play situation before they can officially complete the transfer.
Bordalás desperate for reinforcements
Manager José Bordalás didn’t mince his words after Getafe’s recent match against Rayo Vallecano, making it crystal clear that his squad needs serious strengthening this January.
“It’s an exercise in survival every weekend,” the Getafe boss lamented post-match, emphasizing the urgent need for new faces.
Bordalás went on to highlight just how thin his squad is compared to their rivals, pointing out that Getafe might be “the only professional football team with five free registration spots” - a situation that’s clearly doing his head in as they battle to improve their position in the table.
Why Ávila makes sense
The potential addition of Chimy Ávila would give Getafe:
- A proven La Liga goalscorer with experience at Osasuna and Betis
- Additional firepower for a side that has struggled in front of goal
- A combative, high-energy forward who fits Bordalás’ intense playing style
- A relatively low-risk deal structure with the loan-plus-option format
With Getafe looking to secure their top-flight status, bringing in a player of Ávila’s caliber could be just what the doctor ordered for Bordalás’ troops. The gaffer clearly isn’t happy with his current options, and the brass at Getafe seem to be taking notice.