Celta Vigo to benefit from Miguel Rodríguez's Alavés move
Celta Vigo will receive half of the €5 million transfer fee that Deportivo Alavés will pay for Miguel Rodríguez, according to reports. The winger, who spent a season at FC Utrecht, returns to La Liga after a year in the Netherlands. Rodríguez, who joined Utrecht from Celta for over €1 million, now joins the Babazorros to help them improve on last season's 14th-place finish.
What happened with Miguel Rodríguez at Celta Vigo?
Rodríguez played 26 matches in La Liga for Celta Vigo but failed to break into the first team. His best season was 2024-25, when he recorded 14 direct goal contributions in 25 games, despite a groin injury. Last season, he scored five goals in 39 appearances across all competitions, but his campaign was marred by injuries.
Why it matters for Celta Vigo
Celta Vigo, who finished sixth in the 2025 season with 54 points (14 wins, 12 draws, and 12 losses), will receive a significant financial boost. The Celeste club, which currently has a goal difference of +5 (53 goals scored and 48 conceded), can reinvest part of that money to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
What's next for Celta Vigo?
With Javi Galán currently sidelined, Celta Vigo may look to the transfer market for reinforcements. The team, coming off a 1-0 win against Sevilla on May 23, 2026, and a good run of form (2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last five games), will aim to maintain their competitiveness in La Liga.
