The end of the transfer window was particularly hectic for Betis , who were looking to strengthen their squad in the final hours. After Nabil Fekir left for Qatar, Manuel Pellegrini's team needed to cover his absence in midfield. The aim was to find a creative player who would bring quality to the construction of the game and complement Isco, one of Betis' star signings in recent times.
Betis' sporting management moved quickly to find solutions. Two names were strongly mentioned: Giovanni Lo Celso and Dani Ceballos, both well known by the Betis fans. In the end, Lo Celso returned and is now available to Pellegrini, while Ceballos remains at Real Madrid.
A scenario that invited Betis to continue looking at the transfer market to find the perfect partner for Isco. With the option of Dani Ceballos ruled out, Betis began to explore other high-quality alternatives.
Betis' bet on Christian Eriksen
In what could have been one of the most surprising moves of the summer, Betis attempted to sign Christian Eriksen . The Dane, currently at Manchester United, emerged as a last-minute option for the Verdiblancos, who were in need of a quality reinforcement. Eriksen, known for his talent and vision, was seen as the ideal complement to Isco in midfield.
Although the signing was ambitious, the deal was very close to being closed, as Betis considered Christian Eriksen to fit perfectly into their system. His ability to create play and his experience would have been a plus to help Isco when he returns from his injury. However, complications in the negotiations and Manchester United's demands frustrated the deal.
Betis' difficulties in the transfer market
The failed attempt to sign Christian Eriksen showed that Betis are willing to compete for big names to improve their squad. Following the departure of Fekir , Pellegrini knew he needed reinforcements to keep Betis in the fight for European spots. Despite not having completed the signing, the club made it clear that their ambition is to compete at the highest level.
The market always presents challenges, and Betis was no exception. Despite not landing Christian Eriksen, the club showed an ambition that excites its fans, looking for top-level players. Now, the sporting management will have to look for new opportunities, either in the winter transfer market or for next season.