Sevilla FC is already in Leverkusen to play its final pre‑season friendly, with 12 academy players among the 23 called up and the club focused on new signings. Luis García Plaza's side prepares for the La Liga start on August 15 against Rayo Vallecano, while the board works to strengthen the attack and midfield.
What happened in Leverkusen?
The Andalusian squad arrived in Germany on August 7 and will face Bayer Leverkusen in what will be its toughest test before ending the summer preparation. The squad includes youngsters like Nico Guillén, Miguel Sierra, Oso and Ibra Sow, who have already shown good form in training. The departure of Djibril Sow to Genoa cut the list to 23 players, but the roster still features names such as Odysseas Vlachodimos and Kike Salas.
Why does the academy presence matter?
The youth players have been key in pre‑season, taking part in four of the six goals Sevilla scored, with two goals from Miguel Sierra, one from Ibra Sow and an assist from Jesuly. This academy boost answers the need for local options, as the board aims to avoid over‑reliance on the youth sector at the start of the campaign. Sevilla finished the 2025 season in 13th place in La Liga with 43 points, 12 wins, 7 draws and 19 losses.
Which signings are Sevilla targeting?
The club is in talks to bring in Robbie Ure, a Scottish striker from IK Sirius who has scored 15 goals in 15 matches. In midfield, interest focuses on Giorgi Kochorashvili, a Georgian midfielder from Sporting Clube, and Ellyes Skhiri of Eintracht Frankfurt, whose contract is about to expire. Both moves aim to add quality and experience before García Plaza takes charge in the opening match.
What’s next for Sevilla FC?
After the friendly against Bayer Leverkusen, the team will return to Spain to fine‑tune the final details before the inaugural clash with Rayo Vallecano. The board hopes to complete at least one of the targeted signings, while the academy continues to earn minutes and confidence. With 46 goals scored and 60 conceded this season, Sevilla needs to improve its goal difference to climb the table in the upcoming campaign.
