Beltrán set for Girona switch as Celta career nears end

Fran Beltrán appears to be on his way out of Vigo, with the midfielder putting the finishing touches on a deal that would see him join Girona this January transfer window.

Diminishing role at Celta

The 26-year-old has found himself increasingly marginalized this season, making just 15 appearances and clocking up 960 minutes - his lowest level of involvement since arriving at Balaídos seven and a half years ago. Bit of a kick in the teeth for a player who’s been proper loyal to the club, if you ask me.

Despite his relatively young age (he turns 27 next month), Beltrán has etched his name in Celta’s history books as the player with the third-most appearances in La Liga for the club. His overall tally across all competitions stands at an impressive 263 official matches, during which he’s found the back of the onion bag eight times.

Contract situation

With his current deal set to expire this summer, Celta have shown little interest in extending his stay. The club hasn’t made any moves regarding a renewal, leaving the door wide open for Beltrán to seek new opportunities.

Girona opportunity

The midfielder sees Girona as the perfect place to recapture the prominence he once enjoyed at Celta. The Catalan outfit’s impressive form this season makes them an attractive destination for a player of Beltrán’s caliber looking for a fresh start.

Thinning midfield options

Should the transfer go through, Claudio Giráldez’s midfield options will be significantly reduced. The gaffer would be left with just three central midfielders following Beltrán’s departure and Damián’s recent loan move to Racing Santander.

This potential transfer represents a changing of the guard at Celta, with one of their most consistent performers of recent years heading for pastures new. After seven and a half years of service, it seems Beltrán’s time in sky blue is drawing to a close.