Valencian journalist and writer Felip Bens has analysed the impact of Carlos Espí's sale to Real Madrid, a transfer that injects 25 million euros into Levante UD's coffers. According to his video analysis published this Friday in Levante-EMV, this operation represents the "latest miracle" of the granota youth academy for the club's financial health. The team, sitting ninth in La Liga with 4 points from three games, faces this boost at a key moment in the season.
Why is the Espí transfer so significant?
Felip Bens does not hesitate to label the deal as fundamental. "The 25 million that Espí leaves in Orriols are the latest miracle of the youth academy for the club's financial viability," stated the analyst. This figure is not only an immediate cash injection; its effect multiplies. The player's early success at Real Madrid and his potential call-up to the Spanish national team greatly increase the value of Levante's academy. Other youngsters developed at Orriols, like Tunde and Álvarez, already see their combined market value estimated at nearly 10 million euros, a price directly linked to Espí's performances.
What other projects await Levante?
While the academy continues to bear fruit, other club projects are moving more slowly. The development of the Ciudad Deportiva de Nazaret remains stalled due to municipal bureaucratic procedures. The majority shareholder, Danvila, has not yet found a partner for the construction, although he is seeking a partner for specific operations and not an investor to buy a majority stake. This context fits within a debt that, according to the analysis, is on the right track. Fans can check the team's evolution and its squad on the club's official squad page.
How does the team approach its 117th anniversary?
Levante UD will celebrate 117 years of history this weekend, precisely during their trip to Málaga. "In Málaga, Levante will turn 117 years old, just now that it's been a year since the club repatriated José Ballester Gozalvo, its founder," Bens recalled. The team reaches this milestone after a footballing masterclass against Betis under coach Castro, and with a record of 5 goals scored and 5 conceded so far in the league. The current standing, 5 points behind leaders Barcelona, can be followed in the standings section.
What is the next immediate challenge?
After the match in Málaga, the schedule holds a top-level challenge. Levante will host FC Barcelona, the current competition leaders, at the Ciutat de València on September 13. This fixture, already listed in the fixtures, will test the solidity of Castro's team against the top title contender. The granota side will look to add points to close the five-point gap separating them from the summit.
