Elche already has room in its squad to bet on at least two reinforcements. The exits of Benedetto and Josemawho has set course for Real Valladolid, they have left two tokens free in the squad (number numbers 18 and 24) so Bragarnik can aim at the market with free rein to find the players Francisco is looking for and needs. The first bullet will be from left back Lucas Olaza. Contacts with Real Valladolid are still open and both parties trust that the operation will be completed.
The international Lucas Olaza He is still waiting for Elche to take the final step so that he can return to the First Division. A year ago he agreed to sign for Real Valladolid with a loan with a compulsory purchase option of just over two million euros (Celta paid four to Boca Juniors for his signing). The descent of the pucelanos ruined their plans and this season has not been for the work of joining Pacheta’s orders. In the League he has only played eleven days (the last one, two months ago against Cartagena) and in the Copa del Rey he has participated in all three rounds against Marchamalo, Las Palmas and Real Betis.
Olaza has a contract until 2025 and his desire is to leave Pucela. Elche must clarify how he will shape it, although the most likely option is that of an assignment with a purchase option in case of continuing in First, as is the wish of the footballer. His international status does not affect Elche’s plans. Olaza hasn’t played for Uruguay for a long time and he is not expected in the short term with his national team, so while Mojica leaves with Colombia, Francisco would have the alternative of a strong and offensive winger, with an outstanding hit from set pieces.