Miguel de la Fuente set for Almería medical as Leganés exit looms
The striker is poised to join Almería on loan with a potential purchase option, ending his current chapter with Leganés despite contract running until 2028.
Miguel de la Fuente’s time at Leganés appears to be coming to an end with the striker heading for a medical at Almería, bringing the curtain down on his current spell at the Madrid club despite having a contract that runs until 2028.
Transfer Details
The forward has made his intentions clear to Leganés, expressing his desire to leave in search of more playing time. According to reports, Almería are set to take De la Fuente on loan until the end of the season, though they’re also considering a permanent purchase option.
For Almería, this represents quite the coup - they’re getting a proven goalscorer who stands as Leganés’ third-highest goalscorer in Segunda División history. Not too shabby for a side looking to bolster their attacking options.
Knock-on Effect
De la Fuente’s departure creates a gap in Leganés’ attacking department that they’re already working to fill. The club has apparently set their sights on Álex Forés, currently on loan at Real Oviedo from Villarreal.
The situation around Forés is a bit of a dog’s dinner, though:
- Agreement exists between the player, Villarreal and Leganés
- The stumbling block is Real Oviedo’s willingness to terminate his current loan
- Forés was included in Oviedo’s most recent match against Real Betis under manager Almada
What’s Next
With De la Fuente heading for his medical, this transfer saga appears to be in its final chapter. The player clearly feels his cycle at Leganés has run its course despite the security of that long-term contract.
For Leganés fans, seeing their goal machine depart will be a proper kick in the teeth, but football moves quickly and all eyes will now turn to whether they can secure Forés as a replacement before the transfer window slams shut.