The engine of Almería

It is no coincidence that Almería has been placed in direct promotion after beating Lugo and Girona consecutively, coinciding with the return of Manu Morlanes to his best level. The footballer on loan from Villarreal experienced a small downturn in his game, which caused Robertone stole ownership in the duels against Las Palmas and Mallorca, when the eleven of José Gomes's gala acted, with his hand on the bench. However, the '5' has returned by virtue of its privileges, being fundamental in the last two triumphs and appearing as such in the match next Monday (19:00), when the rojiblancos host Alcorcón.

In an Almería where the names of Umar Sadiq and José Corpas stand out, the work of players like Manu Morlanes is of capital importance in the style of José Gomes. The company that he has formed together with Samu Costa makes the Almeria midfield one of the best guarantees in recent years. Although in Almería there have historically been no shortage of midfielders with a destructive character, in recent years the indálico group has indeed missed a game channeler in the engine room.

His good work at the UDA has caused Luis de la Fuente has included it in his pre-list for the European Under-21 despite brutal competition at La Rojita. The man, who blew 22 candles in January, has participated in 23 league matches with the rojiblanca, 18 times as a starter, to complete 1,644 minutes. With the goal as a pending issue, Morlanes is the necessary engine for those of Gomes to endure in the train of direct ascent in the last third of the competition. If successful, Almería would have the obligation to acquire it as property, although Villarreal would keep a buyback option.