Deportivo La Coruna has announced this Friday the definitive departure of Álex Petxarroman, who joins Ceuta on a two‑year contract. The Basque full‑back, who arrived at the club two summers ago, is now free to sign and the move comes as Deportivo sits 2nd in Segunda División with 77 points (22 W‑11 D‑9 L) and a recent run of L‑W‑W‑W‑W.

What happened with Petxarroman?

The club released a statement confirming that Petxarroman, who played 27 matches in the 2024‑25 season (17 as a starter), has been cleared to join the caballa side. After a loan spell at Andorra last season, the player returned to A Coruña, but his future was settled in the first week of pre‑season when he was given permission not to join training while his new destination was finalised.

Why did Deportivo decide to let him go?

Antonio Hidalgo has highlighted the need to trim the squad to compete at the top level. Petxarroman’s exit follows Luis Chacón’s departure and the exclusion of Mohamed Bouldini from the project. Moreover, the club aims to free up space in defence and midfield to integrate new signings such as Lorenzo Amatucci and Teun Gijselhart, who raise internal competition.

What does the transfer mean for Ceuta?

Ceuta, known as the caballa team, has secured the full‑back’s services for two campaigns. Petxarroman brings experience in the second tier and strengthens a defence seeking stability after an uneven season. He signed the contract in the week before Deportivo’s pre‑season began, indicating an advanced and smooth negotiation.

How does this affect Deportivo’s squad?

With Petxarroman’s exit, Deportivo now relies on Ximo Navarro as the main option on the right flank, while midfield competition intensifies with Diego Villares, Mario Soriano, Riki Rodríguez, José Ángel Jurado and Charlie Patiño all in the mix. The club continues pre‑season work in Abegondo with 27 players called up, still aiming to close the five‑point gap to leaders Racing Santander.

What is the team’s current situation?

Deportivo La Coruna lost its last match 1‑2 to Las Palmas on 31 May 2026, but recent form shows three straight wins after that defeat. With 65 goals scored and 44 conceded (+21 goal difference), the side remains in the promotion chase, and squad management will be key to maintaining momentum in the final stretch of the season.