Málaga CF unveils three signings with club roots for Primera return Málaga CF has officially presented Fernando Calero, Juan Cruz, and Carlos Dotor, three signings with clear Málaga DNA to face their return to Primera División. All three players have a past with the club, reinforcing the 'belonging' philosophy the team seeks. ## What do the new signings say? Carlos Dotor, returning for a second season on loan from Celta, thanked the club's confidence: 'Last year was very good for everyone. Málaga made a big effort to speed up my return'. The Madrid-born player highlighted the new league's demands and his desire to 'take a step forward'. Fernando Calero, who never debuted for the first team a decade ago, admitted: 'I always had that thorn. This project seems like a challenge, uniting people with a sense of belonging'. The defender praised the 'Bichos' atmosphere and their playing style. Juan Cruz, from the academy, described himself as a 'dribbler' who breaks lines. 'I've been following the team all year, you can see the joy in the dressing room', said the player, who highlighted Juanfran Funes' influence on his signing. ## Why does it matter for Málaga CF? Málaga's management is betting on players with club roots to consolidate their Primera project. The 'belonging' philosophy aims to create a cohesive team with identity, key to competing at the top level. ## What's next for the team? With these three signings, Málaga CF continues to strengthen its squad to face the Primera challenge. The club is looking for more signings to complete a competitive team with Málaga identity.