Hidalgo unfazed by pressure as Depor target crucial win at Las Palmas
Deportivo manager Antonio Hidalgo remains focused solely on results as his side travels to the Canary Islands looking to climb closer to the promotion spots.
Deportivo La Coruña’s gaffer Antonio Hidalgo isn’t losing any sleep over league positions or fan grumblings - he’s solely focused on getting results as his side prepares for a vital away trip to Las Palmas.
Pressure? What pressure?
While some managers might be feeling the heat given Depor’s current position and the growing murmurs about their playing style, Hidalgo is keeping his powder dry. The straight-talking boss made it crystal clear what actually bothers him: “What makes me nervous is not winning.”
That’s the bread and butter of it for Hidalgo, who knows his side needs to start collecting three points regularly if they’re to make a proper push for automatic promotion back to the big time.
Canary Islands challenge
The trip to Las Palmas represents a proper test for Deportivo, with Hidalgo fully aware of the challenge ahead:
- Home advantage will be significant for Las Palmas
- Vocal local support expected
- Depor must capitalize on opposition errors
“We’re very clear that to achieve our objectives, we need to compete against anyone,” Hidalgo explained ahead of the journey to the Canaries. “We need to hurt them and punish their mistakes.”
Transfer window activity
With the January window in full swing, Hidalgo confirmed the club’s brass are still on the hunt for reinforcements:
- Two signings already completed: Álvaro Fernández and Adrià Altimira
- One registration spot still available in the squad
- Midfield and wing positions identified as priority areas
“We have one spot left and we’re open to the possibility of improving,” Hidalgo revealed, suggesting the club’s transfer business might not be done and dusted just yet.
For Deportivo fans, the focus remains on climbing the table and getting back where many feel the club belongs - in Spain’s top flight. This trip to Las Palmas could be a proper six-pointer in their promotion chase.