Josip Brekalo Joins Real Oviedo for New La Liga Adventure

Croatian winger Josip Brekalo has joined Real Oviedo. This marks a fresh start in Spain after he left Fiorentina as a free agent. Brekalo’s signing is seen as a crucial reinforcement for Real Oviedo.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Real Oviedo have introduced Josip Brekalo as their new player. The 27-year-old arrives for free after canceling his contract with Fiorentina. He recently had loan spells at Hajduk Split and Kasimpasa in Turkey. Brekalo began his career at Dinamo Zagreb and later played for Wolfsburg and Fiorentina, with several loans. Oviedo is now his eighth club, as he returns to La Liga, having secured promotion to La Liga for the 2025/2026 season.

OVIEDO’S SEASON SO FAR

Oviedo have struggled in the early La Liga fixtures. They lost 2-0 to Villarreal in their first match, leaving them near the bottom of the table. Their next game is at home against Real Madrid, who won their opening game of the 2025/26 La Liga season at home to Osasuna. Oviedo are currently at the bottom of the league, and will want to start scoring points as soon as possible. A positive result against Real Madrid could boost Oviedo’s confidence and momentum.

BREKALO’S ROLE AND WHAT COMES NEXT

Brekalo aims to bring much-needed speed and creativity to Oviedo’s attack. Last season, he played 24 games for Kasimpasa in Turkey, scoring three goals and assisting four others. Oviedo hope he becomes a key player, especially after their slow start. Brekalo will likely debut against Real Madrid this weekend. His experience in top European leagues could help Oviedo in their fight to avoid relegation and establish themselves in La Liga.