Uruguayan centre-back José María Giménez prefers to wait for an offer from Sevilla FC despite interest shown by Deportivo in the final hours of the transfer window. The Atlético de Madrid player, under contract until 2028, is one of the options being evaluated by the Nervión club to strengthen their central defence before the transfer period closes, as reported on Tuesday by ABC Deportes.
Sevilla FC, who sit sixth in La Liga with six points after three matchdays, want to bring in the Uruguayan to improve a defensive record of five goals conceded. Diego Alonso's team trails leaders Barcelona by three points and prepares for their next match against Espanyol on September 6. The sporting directorate is working on several fronts while patiently waiting for the squad to be completed.
Why is Giménez waiting for Sevilla?
José María Giménez has made clear his desire to play at the Sánchez-Pizjuán. The 31-year-old Uruguayan defender "likes the option of playing at the Sánchez-Pizjuán," according to the same sources. This personal preference complicates Deportivo's intentions, as they have intervened in negotiations during the final stretch of the market.
Atlético de Madrid is willing to facilitate the player's departure and assume most of his salary, making the operation viable despite the usual financial difficulties. All parties show willingness for the transfer to materialize, although the situation remains complex due to the limited time remaining. Sevilla FC needs another signing for the left-back position while the market remains open.
What other moves is Sevilla preparing?
The departure of Fabio Cardoso is another possibility being studied by Sevilla's board. The Portuguese defender could leave the club if an adequate offer arrives, which would free up salary space and a squad position for a new centre-back. The club has the capacity to sign both a midfielder and a central defender, or even both positions together if circumstances allow.
Marcao's situation is also being analyzed daily. The Brazilian trained on Tuesday morning and is working close to Rubén Vargas in the coaching staff's plans. Vargas remains on the transfer market with few chances of leaving, according to available information. You can check the current team composition on our squad page.
How does this affect sporting planning?
Sevilla FC faces the closing of the transfer window with the need to finalize their squad for the season. With six goals scored and five conceded, the team seeks greater defensive solidity to maintain their position in the upper part of the table. The next match against Espanyol, eleventh in the standings, will be the first after the market closes.
Patience is the club's main strategy in these decisive days. The sporting directorate evaluates each option carefully, aware that any move must improve the team's competitive chances. The record of two wins and one loss in the first three matches shows irregular performance that needs corrections. The team's evolution can be followed in our updated stats.
The match against Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium on September 6 will mark the team's debut after the transfer window closes.
