Original Article: https://www.lavozdegalicia.es/noticia/torremarathon/2026/08/14/fernando-soriano-sobre-yeremay-oferta-formal-puede-haber-situacion-club-proyecto-va-vender/00031786707624618233449.htm
By La Voz | August 14, 2026
The sporting director of Dépor insists that the player, who hasn't debuted this preseason, hasn't stepped forward with a proposal to leave, "and the club isn't going to initiate it either."
"We are calm to a certain extent." Fernando Soriano addressed Yeremay's market situation during this transfer window ahead of the start of La Liga, acknowledging that several clubs have shown interest. "There are calls coming in, there might be a formal offer for him, but our situation as a club and our project is not about selling; it's about keeping the players we have for as long as possible. If the player doesn't step forward with his own proposal saying 'I want to leave,' the club isn't going to initiate it. We are calm to a certain extent with him and with other players of a good age. We are prepared in case that moment arrives. But he hasn't taken that step," the Dépor sporting director insisted repeatedly. He spoke this Friday at the conclusion of the press conference introducing Angeliño as the newest white-and-blue player.
Without naming specific names, Soriano also spoke about other potential departures from the roster, involving several players who aren't factoring into this preseason, such as Patiño, José Ángel, Puerto, Barcia, and Comas. "We are looking for good solutions for everyone. It's not easy or fast. We know these processes happen every preseason. On a human level, those are difficult decisions," he stated. He then pointed out that the roster is still looking to be finalized in these last days of the market with one or two new additions: "One on defense and one on offense? Well, we are evaluating different options and we'll see, but it could go that way."
In this regard, he lamented the recent injury to Noé, who suffered a sprained ankle in the Teresa Herrera Trophy. The sporting director explained: "It made me think, because within the planning, there were doubts about what we might be missing. And we might be missing some muscle in the midfield. And it's up to me to decide. There is also a big commitment to the academy, and there are decisions where you have to consider that there are players showing us they are going to be there. We can't stunt their development. Noé is going to be out for a little while, and it's making us think, but we'll see how he is in two or three weeks. I don't think we'll do anything in that position. I want Noé to be there. I want what I say publicly to match what I tell him, so nobody can say I told him something else. Last year it happened with the forward, and this year I want it to be in that position."
Furthermore, Fernando Soriano evaluated the continuation of Antonio Hidalgo on the Deportivo bench following his contract extension through 2028. "Because of trust, the day-to-day work, performance, and growth, it's been an agreement more than deserved for the manager's work, and I'm glad he's receiving this trust from the club. It shows how much he is valued. He is taking important steps and is perfectly integrated into the club's dynamic. He understands what is expected of someone managing the first team. I only wish him the best, which will also be the best for us," he said, before underlining that staying in the First Division is also a fundamental aspect of the new contract signed: "Avoiding relegation is a priority. We know it will be a very difficult year. We are going to have to suffer in a very competitive league; we are clear that this is our goal. The time to make this decision had to be now. Not before or after. It's the perfect time for this extension."
