Real Betis continues with the preparations for its squad for next season, and Manuel Pellegrini’s request to incorporate Pablo Fornals as a reinforcement for the attacking midfielder has become known in the market.
The Chilean coach knows that it is necessary to strengthen this position, especially given the imminent retirement of Joaquín and the possible departure of Canales. For this reason, he has focused on the West Ham footballer.
Pellegrini’s new requirement for Betis: A star signing
It should be noted that Pellegrini has already had the opportunity to direct Pablo Fornals in the past. During his time in charge of West Ham, the Chilean coach counted on the Spaniard as one of his trusted players. For his part, the midfielder from Castellón de la Plana could be considering his return to LaLiga Santander, after having previously played for Málaga CF and Villarreal CF.
Consequently, it has been established that Ramón Planes, sports director of Betis, contemplates the possibility of signing the midfielder to reinforce the midfield. Fornals is a player of great quality and could be a solution at any time for Manuel Pellegrini. Although he has a contract valid until 2024, no talks about a possible renewal have been reported.
In this sense, Betis’s plan would be to convince Pablo Fornals to join their squad, taking advantage of the changes that are coming in the Premier League. The English club intends to make several modifications, and has already completed a million-dollar sale with the departure of Declan Rice.
Although their time together was brief, the Chilean coach recognizes the potential and contribution that this player can bring to the team. In addition, Pellegrini is aware of the versatility of Fornals, who can not only play in attacking midfield, but also as an inside left.
We will have to wait and see how this movement develops. At the moment, the Real Betis board is aware of the request made by Pellegrini to sign Pablo Fornals, and they hope that this operation can be carried out. The objective is to incorporate him as soon as possible and have him under the orders of the Chilean coach.