Mirandés lose Cardero to Cyprus as transfer deadline looms
Álex Cardero cuts short his loan spell at struggling Mirandés to join AEK Larnaca, becoming the fifth player to leave the Segunda División side this winter.
Mirandés face a race against time to replace midfield dynamo Álex Cardero, who’s packed his bags for Cyprus with the transfer window slamming shut tomorrow night.
Cyprus calling
The Asturian midfielder has terminated his loan spell at Anduva prematurely, agreeing terms with Cypriot outfit AEK Larnaca for the remainder of the season. The timing couldn’t be worse for the struggling Rojillos, who now have precious few hours to find reinforcements before the winter market closes.
Cardero, who arrived on loan from Real Oviedo, never quite nailed down a regular starting berth but became a valuable squad player, offering energy and continuity in the middle of the park. His dynamic profile – covering ground and making dangerous runs into the box – provided much-needed options in a thinly-staffed midfield.
Numbers game
While his stats might not jump off the page, Cardero’s contribution went beyond the numbers:
- 17 league appearances (5 starts)
- 602 minutes played
- Notable contributions including a goal against Racing that put Mirandés ahead
- Provided an assist against Cultural Leonesa
His knack for making an impact in open, demanding matches made him a useful option either from the bench or when rotation was needed.
Transfer troubles
Cardero’s departure marks the fifth exit from Mirandés during this winter window, further depleting options in a crucial area just as the season enters its decisive phase. The club loses a young player with room for development who offered tactical flexibility when the going got tough.
With the transfer deadline set for midnight on Monday, February 2nd, Mirandés are left scrambling to adjust their squad. They’re in desperate need of reinforcements to bolster their relegation battle, but time’s running out faster than a cabbie on the Pentonville Road.
The miracle of survival will likely hinge on regaining their form at Anduva, but first they’ll need to sort this transfer headache before the window slams shut.