Spanish football morning headlines for 23 January
Sevilla close to Papu Gomez deal
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Sevilla have taken the lead in the pursuit of Atalanta’s Argentine midfielder Papu Gomez according to a report in Marca.
Monchi is currently in negotiations with the Italian club, with the deal expected to be completed in the next week. Julen Lopetegui is keen to incorporate a player who can break the lines, someone Sevilla have lacked since Ever Banega departed.
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Willian Jose completes Wolves move
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Real Sociedad forward Willian Jose has left the club to join Premier League side Wolves on a loan deal with an option to buy.
The deal, subject to international clearance and a work permit, could pave the way for La Real to move for Sevilla forward Carlos Fernandez, who they’ve been linked with.
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Alaves celebrate centenary
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Alaves are today celebrating their centenary. Based in the Basque city of Vitoria-Gasteiz, they were founded on January 23rd, 1921.
They celebrate the date by welcoming La Liga champions Real Madrid to Mendizorroza this evening, a game of serious importance for Los Blancos as well as the hosts.
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