Levante has confirmed that its only official addition for the 2026‑27 season will be forward Bardeli, a move aimed at stabilising the squad before pending sales are finalised.

What does Bardeli’s arrival mean?

The signing comes at a tricky time: Levante sits in 16th place in La Liga with 42 points, after a recent run of LWWWL. With 47 goals scored and 61 conceded, the club needs a striker who can add firepower. Bardeli, 24, arrived on a free transfer, allowing the club to allocate funds to potential departures of high‑earning players.

Why haven’t more signings materialised yet?

Coach Javi Gracia has said the board prefers to finalise sales of players whose contracts expire at season’s end first. Names frequently mentioned include Carlos Fernández and Álvaro García, whose release clauses exceed €5 million. Meanwhile, the squad prepares for the upcoming match against Real Betis, where the last result was a 2‑1 loss (23‑05‑2026).

How does this impact the survival goal?

With a ‑14 goal‑difference, Levante must improve both attack and defence. Bardeli could provide the missing goals; however, the lack of defensive reinforcements remains a concern. The club sits 52 points behind leaders Barcelona, making the battle one of staying up rather than chasing titles.

What’s expected in the coming months?

Gracia trusts that the winter window will allow at least two sales and, with the proceeds, a central defender signing. In the meantime, Bardeli will train with the squad and aim for his debut in the next fixture against Betis. The board has stressed that any move will be made under the premise of maintaining the club’s financial stability.

Levante continues to work under pressure, aiming to climb the table before the schedule becomes even more demanding.