UD Las Palmas has been active in the 2025 transfer market as they prepare for the upcoming campaign. The most recent signing is Sergio Barcia, a central defender from Legia Warsaw arriving on a one-year loan with a non-mandatory purchase option. Barcia, 24, brings experience from Segunda División and international competitions, and his arrival is expected to strengthen the defense for the 2025/26 season. He is set to be officially presented after undergoing his medical[5].
The club has also completed several other notable signings. Midfielder Javi Muñoz (from Getafe) and left back Álex Muñoz (from Almería) have joined as free agents. Adnan Januzaj has been recalled from loan at Sevilla, while striker Pau Ferrer Besalduch and right back Alejandro Rodríguez Cabrera have both returned from loan spells, further boosting the squad options[2].
Additional recent arrivals include Edward Cedeño, who was presented as a new player and is considered a key part of the future squad, and Adrián Suárez Ortega, a young goalkeeper signed on a free after his stint at Villarreal CF. Club captain Álex Suárez has extended his contract to remain with UD Las Palmas until 2028, providing leadership and continuity[3].
Departures this summer feature several players finishing loan spells and moving to other clubs. Noteworthy exits include Pejiño going on loan to Elche, Daley Sinkgraven leaving as a free agent for Fortuna Sittard, and Ivan Gil moving on loan to Eibar. Other players such as Fabio Gonzalez and Sory Kaba have completed permanent or loan moves elsewhere[1][4].
In management news, Luis García has been confirmed as the new head coach, ushering in a new era for the club. The squad is focusing on integrating youth and maintaining a competitive edge as they compete in Spain’s Segunda División this season[3].