Real Oviedo is aggressively reshaping its squad ahead of the final weeks of the summer transfer window, balancing new arrivals with a prioritized outgoing operation managed by sporting director David Fernández, according to club reports. While recent days saw the integration of Carlos Domínguez alongside departures for Pablo Agudín and Álex Cardero, the Asturian club still faces crucial decisions regarding several players whose futures lie away from the Carlos Tartiere.
Haissem Hassan Nears Celtic Move
The most advanced departure is winger Haissem Hassan, who traveled to Scotland to undergo a medical examination with Celtic FC, according to club disclosures. If negotiations conclude without incident, the transfer will become official imminently. Hassan spent the summer representing Egypt at the international level, generating positive impressions, yet he did not feature in any of Real Oviedo’s five pre-season friendly matches.
Out-of-Favour Squad Members Face Exits
Hassan’s absence from pre-season action mirrors the situation of three other teammates who also failed to log minutes under manager Julián Calero during the preparatory fixtures: Luka Ilic, Brandon Domingues, and Daniel Paraschiv, as reported by club sources. Each player faces a distinct path away from the squad:
- Daniel Paraschiv: The club informed the forward at the start of the summer window that he did not feature in sporting plans.
- Luka Ilic: Official club reports indicate a physical knock sustained several weeks ago sidelined the midfielder and prevented him from auditioning for Calero.
- Brandon Domingues: The winger spent the pre-season recovering from a severe knee injury suffered during a prior loan spell at Polish side Górnik Zabrze, leaving his immediate departure complicated until he achieves full fitness.
In addition to these inactive players, forward Joaquín Delgado could exit in the coming weeks. Delgado logged only two pre-season appearances and currently sits behind four other Azulones strikers competing for selection in Calero’s attack, according to squad evaluations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is managing Real Oviedo’s transfer window?
Sporting director David Fernández is leading the club’s squad planning and operational decisions, according to club updates.
Which club is in talks to sign Haissem Hassan?
Hassan traveled to Scotland to undergo medical tests with Celtic FC ahead of a permanent transfer, as reported by club sources.
Why did Luka Ilic miss pre-season matches?
Official club reports state that Ilic suffered a physical blow several weeks ago, which kept him sidelined throughout the preparatory fixture schedule.
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