Córdoba CF remains open to signing one final central defender, with Dani Martínez (Atlético Madrid) as the top target while the sports committee takes its time. The backline, still weakened by Fomeyem’s injury and Rubén Alves’ fitness issues, needs a left-footed option to complement the already solid right side.

Why Córdoba CF hasn’t finalized its defense yet

While the team has three fit central defenders—Juan Gutiérrez, Álex Martín, and Rubén Alves—Fomeyem’s return remains uncertain. Iván Ania prefers having dual-profile options to ease attacking transitions. The focus is on reinforcing the left side, where only Alves fits the role, while the right is already covered by two reliable starters.

Dani Martínez: The Atlético Madrid defender Córdoba CF is tracking

The 22-year-old Basque defender has shone in Atlético Madrid’s B team and made his La Liga debut. Though currently with the first team, Córdoba CF isn’t ruling out a loan move to Segunda División. The sports committee values his technical profile and adaptability but has no rush to finalize the deal.

Laterals are already covered—no urgency there

Unlike the center-backs, the full-back positions are fully staffed. Albarrán remains at right-back, while Egoitz Muñoz (loaned from Alavés) and Jacobo Martí (free from Mérida) compete on the left. Martí, though signed, could still leave on loan later, but for now, the team has more than enough options.

When will Córdoba CF’s defense be complete?

The club continues scouting but without a deadline. The priority is finding a left-footed center-back to balance the squad. If a signing is finalized, the defense will be locked in for pretemporada—though the window stays open until the last possible moment.