Sevilla FC is actively seeking to close a key defensive signing before the end of the transfer window, with interest focused on Carlos Cuesta, a 26-year-old Colombian center-back from Galatasaray. The club is targeting a loan move, aiming to bolster its defensive options for the upcoming season, especially valuing Cuesta’s physicality and aerial ability. Negotiations are still pending formal initiation, and progress will depend on Galatasaray’s willingness to loan and the final terms agreed. Cuesta, who joined Galatasaray from Genk in February 2025, had limited minutes last year and is open to a move to secure more playing time[1].
Several transfers have already been confirmed for the 2025 summer, including Gabriel Suazo (left back, free agent), and the returns of Rafa Mir, Saúl Ñíguez, Adnan Januzaj, and Albert Sambi Lokonga from their respective loans[2]. Additional incomings feature Alfon González from RC Celta, Federico Gattoni from River Plate, and forward Kelechi Iheanacho from Middlesbrough FC[8].
Matías Almeyda, the new Sevilla manager, is reportedly planning further urgent transfers before the La Liga season begins, reflecting the club’s determination to reinforce the squad for a challenging campaign[5]. Notable squad predictions include prominent roles for new and returning players alongside experienced figures such as Álvaro Morata[6].
Sevilla recently played a friendly match against Al Qadsiah on August 4, 2025, as part of their pre-season preparations and in hopes of retaining the Antonio Puerta Trophy, demonstrating the team’s readiness for the new competitive season[7].
References
- [1] Sevilla FC wants to close a key signing before the market ends
- [2] Sevilla Transfers 2025 Summer, News & overview – Tribuna.com
- [5] Sevilla news, fitness updates and transfers – Football Espana
- [6] Sevilla Rumours and Predictions Squad 2025/26 – YouTube
- [7] Al Qadsiah vs. Sevilla FC – August 04, 2025 – Bleacher Report
- [8] Sevilla FC » Transfers 2025/2026 – worldfootball.net
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