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CD Leganes player acquisitions

Overview

Spanish striker Alvaro Morata has joined CD Leganes on a season-long loan from the Italian club Como 1907. The 33-year-old veteran, who captained Spain to Euro 2024 victory, is returning to the Madrid region to play in the Spanish second division, LaLiga Hypermotion. The transfer agreement includes an option for Leganes to purchase the player at the end of the season. To facilitate the move, Como will cover a significant portion of Morata's salary. Morata’s arrival has triggered a massive commercial surge for the club. Within 72 hours of the announcement, Leganes saw video views approach 20 million and gained 20,000 new social media followers, largely from international audiences. Season ticket sales reportedly multiplied sixfold compared to typical campaign days, and 25% of total summer jersey sales were achieved in just four days following the signing. Business Director Ivan Maroto noted that while existing contracts will not be renegotiated, the signing strengthens the club's image for sponsors and opens new commercial partnership opportunities, aligning with the recent ownership consolidation by 885 Capital. Club football director Andres Pardo previously described the acquisition as a difficult pursuit that initially seemed “impossible.” Following the signing, Pardo indicated the squad is now closed, dismissing rumors regarding the potential arrival of Dani Carvajal. This move concludes a significant squad overhaul in which the club completed between 12 and 13 signings while maintaining financial balance through Fair Play regulations. Reflecting on the transfer, Morata described the move as a “choice of pure courage” motivated by a professional project to help Leganes achieve promotion, a challenge he likened to his “personal Champions League.” He noted that he chose this path despite receiving offers from clubs competing in European competitions.

Entities

Álvaro Morata · Leganes · Como · CD Leganés · Cesc Fabregas

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Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Alvaro Morata discusses Leganés move and VAR

    Alvaro Morata has defended his move to Leganés as a courageous professional challenge and expressed a preference for football without VAR, while also asserting his significant impact during his time at Como.

  2. 8 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Morata transfer drives massive commercial growth for Leganés

    Álvaro Morata's transfer to Leganés has triggered massive commercial growth, including a surge in social media followers and jersey sales, while Espí's move provides a vital financial boost to Llevant.

  3. 10 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    CD Leganés completes high-profile signing of Álvaro Morata

    CD Leganés has signed striker Álvaro Morata following intensive negotiations. Club director Andrés Pardo confirmed the squad is now closed, ruling out further major signings like Dani Carvajal.

  4. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Álvaro Morata joins CD Leganés on loan from Como

    Striker Álvaro Morata has joined CD Leganés on loan from Italian side Como. The Madrid-born forward is officially registered and could debut this Friday in La Liga Hypermotion.

  5. 13 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Leganes signs striker Alvaro Morata on loan from Como

    Spanish second-division club Leganes has signed striker Alvaro Morata on loan from Como, with an option to buy after the 2026-2027 season.

  6. 16 days ago

    [SPORTS] 55 sources
    Alvaro Morata joins CD Leganes on loan from Como

    Alvaro Morata is joining Spanish second-division side CD Leganes on loan from Como 1907, returning to his home region of Madrid after a difficult season in Italy.

Sources

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