Kortajarena off to Saudi as Huesca welcome Seoane back to the fold
Huesca's attacking midfielder departs for Al Kholood after triggering his €1m release clause, while former fan favourite Jaime Seoane makes a welcome return to the club.
Huesca’s transfer merry-go-round is in full swing with one midfielder heading for the Middle East riches while a familiar face makes his way back to El Alcoraz.
Saudi millions lure Kortajarena away
Íker Kortajarena’s time at Huesca has come to an abrupt end after Saudi Arabian outfit Al Kholood triggered the Basque midfielder’s €1 million release clause. After days of speculation, the deal has finally gone through, with the player already saying his goodbyes to teammates before jetting off to his new adventure.
The timing’s a bit of a shame for Huesca, as Kortajarena had just found his shooting boots, netting the equaliser against Andorra in what turned out to be his final appearance in the azulgrana colours. “Me da pena marcharme,” he admitted upon departure – expressing regret at leaving but feeling it was the right move.
Seoane returns to boost spirits
As one door closes, another opens. Huesca haven’t wasted any time in finding a replacement, with Jaime Seoane set to make an emotional return to the club where he previously spent three successful seasons.
The 29-year-old Madrid-born midfielder has been without a club since August after terminating his contract with Oviedo, and his homecoming will surely lift the spirits of supporters who’ve endured a challenging campaign thus far.
Seoane’s previous stint at Huesca was nothing short of impressive, with the midfielder bagging an eye-watering 14 goals in his final season. The official announcement is expected tomorrow, but fans are already buzzing about seeing their former hero back in action.
More to come?
Sporting director Ángel Martín González isn’t done yet, apparently. Word on the grapevine suggests Huesca are working on several more arrivals before the transfer window slams shut.
With the club currently battling in the lower reaches of Segunda División, these moves could be crucial to their survival hopes. The Seoane signing is particularly shrewd – bringing in someone who knows the club inside out and has proven he can deliver the goods at this level.
For Huesca fans, it’s a case of one in, one out – but they’ll be hoping the returning Seoane can recapture his previous form and help guide the team to safety in what’s turning into a proper dog’s dinner of a season.