RCD Mallorca pin hopes on hunger to return to La Liga
RCD Mallorca have completed the signing of Alex Sala to bolster their midfield with a profile that combines quality and hunger for success. The club, with the clear goal of returning to La Liga, is betting on bringing in players capable of evolving at the team's pace and adding depth to the squad.
Alex Sala arrives at Son Moix after an uneven season at Lecce, where the Italian club paid around two million euros for his services. Although he struggled to find his place in Italy, his experience in a competitive league like Serie A could help him mature and arrive on the island with greater solidity. Sporting director Pablo Ortells has just 23 days to present a competitive team against Valladolid in the opening matchday of the league.
Why Sala fits Luis García’s project?
The signing of Sala responds to a specific need: reinforcing the midfield with a player who can provide balance and projection. The club is not looking for low-profile players, but rather footballers hungry to grow and capable of making a difference in Segunda División. Sala, 24, arrives with the label of proven quality, after standing out at Córdoba and catching the eye of a Serie A side.
Mallorca needs to surround Sala with players who bring ambition and experience. While the continuity of Darder, Morlanes, Pablo Torre, and Valjent is good news, the club still has clear needs: a starting goalkeeper, two center-backs, two full-backs, wingers, and strikers. The departure of Samu Costa and Mojica leaves gaps Ortells must fill before August 15.
The key market moves for RCD Mallorca
The transfer window still has room to run, but time is running out. Ortells, with more financial resources than many rivals, cannot afford planning mistakes. The pressure is immense: the team must be ready to compete from day one, especially against rivals like Valladolid in the opening matchday.
Beyond Sala, the club is working on other signings to add depth to the squad. The fans, who already celebrated Spain’s second World Cup, expect to see a hungry and talented team on the pitch. The blend of talent and ambition will be crucial if Mallorca is to avoid repeating the mistakes of past seasons.
What’s next for RCD Mallorca?
With the start of the league just around the corner, Luis García’s team must finalize pending signings and present a competitive starting XI. The fans, fully behind the team, expect to see a solid project that goes beyond names to deliver results.
Mallorca cannot settle for being just another team in Segunda. The goal is clear: promotion and a return to La Liga. To achieve this, they need players like Sala, capable of stepping up and making the difference in key moments.
