César Montes already has his head set on the Copa América, on having a great tournament with the National Team and vindicating himself after a very hard year in Almería, both personally and collectively, since things did not go as he expected in their commitment to their new club and, furthermore, they have been relegated to the Second Division after a terrible season, in which they were practically condemned to go down from the first days.
The Mexican center back, after experiencing a turbulent summer a year ago with his departure from Espanyol also after being relegated, has made it clear that his intention is to stay at Almería and play in the Second Division. He wants to show the fans why he was the entity’s most expensive signing (14 million with bonus) and collaborate so that the team returns to First Division as soon as possible.
Montes signed a long contract, until 2028, and his commitment to the club is clear. However, the future seems not to be in the hands of the footballer and the latest information emerging from the depths of the team does not coincide with Montes’ first intentions.
Almería has brought back Rubi as coach, who was already in another stage as the club’s coach, and his role for César’s continuity seems fundamental. However, there is another factor that could tip the balance regarding the decision and that is economic. Logically, the Mexican center back’s salary is one of the highest in the squad and that could condition everything due to the issue of the salary limit.
That is why the information suggests that Almería could sacrifice Montes if they find a club willing to take on his signing, but they will also have to count on the footballer if they make this decision. There are those who have even suggested the possibility of going to a Russian club, something that would have to have the footballer’s OK, but it does not seem like the most likely option. A return to Mexico also does not seem likely precisely because of the salary he has and that his contract lasts until 2028.
Committed to the club
Loan or transfer, apparently Almería’s idea is to give Montes a way out, whom they do not see in the Second Division, although the footballer has already stated on several occasions that he is willing to continue in the team, especially after experiencing something crazy a year ago. summer until his departure to Almería was planned.
What also seems clear is that nothing is going to happen until Mexico finishes its participation in the Copa América. Montes is focused on having a great tournament with the National Team and does not want anything to distract him, although his future seems that he may be far from Almería unless events change and Rubi requests it.
