Sevilla FC has announced the signing of right‑back Santi Negrón from Betis to strengthen its youth squad. The transfer arrives as the first team sits 13th in La Liga with 43 points (12W‑7D‑19L) and a recent LLWWW run, having lost the last four matches.

Who is Santi Negrón and where does he come from?

Santi Negrón was born in Sevilla and developed at AD Nervión, standing out from the youngest categories. He spent two seasons in Real Betis' academy, playing for Cadete B and Cadete A and tallying 50 appearances. At 19, the player joins Sevilla's juveniles aiming to continue his growth within the club’s project.

What does this signing mean for Sevilla's academy?

The move bolsters the sporting director’s policy of betting on local talent. In recent years the academy has produced Kike Salas, "Oso" and Andrés Castrín, all of whom have already featured for the first team or Sevilla Atlético. Adding Negrón shows the intent to keep a steady flow of players with potential, especially crucial after Sevilla Atlético’s drop to Segunda RFEF.

How does Negrón fit into the medium‑ and long‑term plan?

Sevilla aims to build its future from the ground up. The right‑back, with experience in two Andalusian academies, brings versatility and a grasp of the local playing style. His arrival coincides with the restructuring of Sevilla Atlético and the hunt for reinforcements in the lower ranks, suggesting the club plans to integrate Negrón quickly into the youth squad and possibly the reserve side.

What’s next for Sevilla after this move?

The club continues to work in the winter market, though the priority appears to be solidifying the youth roster before the season’s second half. Meanwhile, the first team strives to improve its standing: 46 goals scored and 60 conceded, a –14 goal difference, and it sits 51 points behind leaders Barcelona. The upcoming challenge will be to halt the losing streak and secure the points needed to move away from the relegation zone.