Deportivo La Coruna is facing a crucial decision this week that goes beyond sports. The club, preparing for its return to La Liga, will hold a consultation among its fans to decide whether to keep its current name, 'Real Club Deportivo de La Coruña', or adapt it to the official toponymy, changing to 'Real Club Deportivo de A Coruña' in Spanish and 'Real Club Deportivo da Coruña' in Galician. Voting will begin on Wednesday, June 17, and will remain open until Sunday, June 21, allowing participation from season ticket holders and friends' members over 12 years old through an online system set up by the club.

The decision is binding and will be made by simple majority. This consultation is part of the club's administrative modernization process, coinciding with its 120th anniversary. Although the club has maintained a neutral stance, many fans believe that the club's name is part of their identity and sentimental heritage. Therefore, the debate has generated diverse opinions among supporters.

Some argue that it is logical to adapt the name to the administrative reality of the city, while others defend that the historic name should be preserved. The decision made will have a significant impact on the immediate future of the entity, especially if the name change is decided just as the team returns to the top tier in the 2026-27 season.

This moment is not just about promotion or a signing, but rather a choice that will define what the club will be called for the coming decades. Deportivo La Coruna fans have the opportunity to influence a fundamental aspect of their identity, and their voices will be heard in this important consultation.