“Rafa” Benítez’s team picked up the Brazilian midfielder; However, the Spanish press noticed his history.
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Renato Tapia is facing a complicated season with Celta de Vigo in the Spanish LaLiga. As coach “Rafa” Benítez himself admitted, the Peruvian midfielder was not one of the team's priorities; However, through effort he managed to collect minutes and was involved in the last few games. Amid this panorama, the Galician team announced the signing of the Brazilian Jailson Marques, who works in the same position as the Peruvian.
It is important to highlight that the Spanish press has taken note of the 28-year-old footballer's background and his almost non-existent participation during the season with Palmeiras.
Jailson Marques is from Palmeiras. Photo: Celta de Vigo
“Jailson Marques Siqueira broke his knee in the spring of 2022 and this year he has only started once for Palmeiras in the recently concluded Brazilian Serie A. He comes with the freedom letter in hand and with the approval of the Madrid coach. If everything goes well.” As planned, including a medical examination, one of the most 'coincidental' olive branch hirings in recent years will be officially announced in the next few hours,” the As newspaper said.
How is Renato Tapia doing at Celta de Vigo?
Despite being left out at the start of the season, the Peruvian national team midfielder was able to secure a place and started in the last four games played by Celta.
Renato Tapia joined Celta de Vigo in 2020. Photo: Celta de Vigo
How is Celta Vigo doing in the Spanish LaLiga?
Celta de Vigo is in the relegation zone. Renato Tapia's team is in 18th place with 13 units.
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