Real Betis sets sights on Lo Celso's replacement: €10M signing

The green-and-white team is looking for options in case Lo Celso's departure is confirmed.

Javier Parra Peña | 15 Jan 2026 | 21.30
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Betis has its sights set on Lo Celso's replacement: €10M signing
Betis has its sights set on Lo Celso's replacement: €10M signing

The sports management of the green-and-white team is working against the clock to strengthen its creation zone in the face of the imminent departure of its Argentine star. Real Betis has identified Sebastian Szymanski as the ideal candidate to take over the reins in the attacking midfielder role if Lo Celso's departure is finalized, as reported by Rudy Galetti.

With the January market in full swing, the Seville club is accelerating contacts to secure a reinforcement that guarantees technical quality and immediate deployment. The Polish footballer, currently with Fenerbahçe, fits perfectly into the associative profile demanded by Manuel Pellegrini for his tactical scheme.

Real Betis and the Planning for Lo Celso's Departure

The possible departure of Giovani Lo Celso forces the technical secretariat to seek a replacement who can maintain the competitive level at Benito Villamarín. Real Betis has already set a clear roadmap, placing the Polish international at the top of their winter preferences list. Sebastian Szymanski possesses a privileged tactical intelligence that allows him to perform fluently in the final third, providing a necessary game vision. The versatility of the twenty-six-year-old player is a determining factor, as he can occupy several positions in the offensive midfield area of the Betis team.

Despite Andalusian interest, European competition has not been lacking, with French Ligue 1 clubs closely monitoring his progress. Rennes has emerged as a direct rival in the race for Sebastian Szymanski, closely monitoring each of his moves in the Turkish league. The attacking midfielder has proven to meet expectations this season, accumulating direct involvements in goals both in the league and continental competitions. This consistency in his performance has led to a significant increase in international interest in the final weeks of January.

Betis - Sebastian Szymanski

Sebastian Szymanski: A Market Opportunity in Istanbul

Fenerbahçe has set a valuation close to ten million euros to facilitate the departure of their talented player during this winter. This figure is seen as a real market opportunity for Real Betis, considering the international experience and age of the Polish midfielder.

Sebastian Szymanski views the move to a more prestigious league very positively, understanding that the Seville project is the ideal scenario. The Turkish club, aware of the player's desire, is receptive to evaluating proposals that meet the economic expectations set by their board.

Alternatives for the Green-and-White Midfield

While the Polish player is the favorite, the Helipolitana entity is exploring other options to prevent the squad from losing offensive potential in the second half of the season. Real Betis needs a player who ensures continuity in the game creation and possesses the necessary sacrifice for high pressure. Sebastian Szymanski has accumulated twenty-six official matches so far this season, demonstrating a physical consistency that fully convinces the medical staff. His arrival would bring that final pass that the team could miss if the Argentine international ultimately decides to seek opportunities elsewhere in this transfer window.

The operation is at a decisive stage, with negotiations intensifying as the transfer window clock continues ticking towards its closure. Sebastian Szymanski is under contract until 2027, but his time in Istanbul seems to be coming to an end following Spanish interest. Real Betis is confident that its sports proposal will appeal to the Polish player more than any economic offers that may come from French football. Securing this signing would be a coup for the club's aspirations in the fight for European spots in LaLiga.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Betis tiene en la mira al sustituto de Lo Celso: Fichaje de 10M

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