Málaga CF kicks off preseason with key friendly vs Leicester
Málaga CF, under manager Juanfran Funes, begins its preseason with a friendly match this Saturday against Leicester in Algeciras. While the result is secondary, the game will serve to assess the 27 players currently training with the team. Only some will make the final squad for the 2026-27 season.
Which players are in the auditions?
The club aims to finalize its squad and is targeting at least two or three more signings. Players like Moussa, Recio, Arriaza, Haitam, and Lobete still have uncertain futures. Málaga CF will seek loan deals for some of them in Segunda and Primera RFEF.
What about Álex Pastor?
Defender Álex Pastor is coming off a season without playing, and the club wants to evaluate his performance in the early preseason matches. If he performs as expected, Málaga CF will be satisfied with its central defense. Otherwise, they may adjust their transfer plans in the coming weeks.
What comes next?
After more than ten days of training, the real preseason begins with an important audition to secure a spot in the first team. Málaga CF aims to finalize its squad before the transfer window closes in September.
