Fri Apr 04 15:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Celta Vigo Midfielder Alfon González to Leave for Sevilla; Professionalism Expected Until Season’s End
**VIGO, SPAIN** – Celta de Vigo midfielder Alfon González will not be returning to the club next season after reaching an agreement with Sevilla, according to sources close to the team. The 25-year-old’s departure, announced this week with nine matches remaining in the season, has sparked discussion about its potential impact on his performance.
Celta maintains that the financial terms offered by Sevilla were unattainable for them, and that González’s contract renewal wasn’t a priority before January. The club points to numerous precedents where players leaving at the end of their contracts have maintained professional commitment until the season’s end.
Similar situations include Michael Krohn-Dehli’s transfer to Sevilla in 2015 and Renato Tapia’s departure last season. Both players continued to contribute despite knowing their time with the club was limited. Other examples cited include Gabri Veiga and Jorgen Strand Larsen, who both performed strongly in the final stages of seasons where their transfers were already known. Even players like Roberto Lago and Iago Aspas, in crucial seasons for the club’s survival, maintained high levels of commitment despite knowing their futures lay elsewhere.
Coach Claudio Giráldez has publicly stated that González hasn’t signed anything yet, but the club expects the player to maintain his professional attitude for the remainder of the season. Past experience suggests that this is likely, despite the uncertainty surrounding his future. While the club acknowledges the situation’s potential to cause issues, they cite various examples showcasing the professionalism of players facing similar circumstances. The case of Nemanja Radoja, who sat out the entire 18/19 season after contract negotiations failed, serves as a cautionary tale, but the club is confident that won’t be repeated with González.
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