Bryan Zaragoza Set for Celta Vigo Switch from Bayern Munich

Bryan Zaragoza has joined Celta Vigo from Bayern Munich on a loan deal that includes an obligation to buy, as both clubs finalize the contract details. The move could become permanent for €13 million if Celta performs well in La Liga this season, according to a recent report.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Bayern Munich and Celta Vigo have agreed to a transfer for Spanish winger Bryan Zaragoza. The deal is structured as a one-year loan with an obligation for Celta to buy the player for €13 million. Discussions included salary contributions and a sell-on clause, with Bayern set to receive 20% from any future transfer. Zaragoza, 23, returns to La Liga after spending last season on loan at Osasuna, where he contributed 1 goal and 6 assists in 28 appearances. Celta Vigo are looking to bolster their attack ahead of the 2025-26 campaign under head coach Claudio Giraldez. This transfer has been confirmed in a recent update.

CELTA VIGO’S PLANS AND SEASON CONTEXT

Celta Vigo finished the 2024-25 season in 7th place in La Liga, avoiding a relegation fight and qualifying for the Conference League this season. The club is looking to strengthen its squad to push higher up the table. Zaragoza is expected to add width and pace to their attack, likely linking up with veteran striker Iago Aspas. The team will be competing in the Copa del Rey and focusing on improving their league position next season. Meanwhile, Bayern Munich finished as winners in the Bundesliga in the 2024-25 season, and they are now reshaping their squad as they let go of players not in their long-term plans.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR ZARAGOZA AND CELTA VIGO

Once the paperwork is complete, Zaragoza will join Celta’s preseason training ahead of their La Liga opener against Getafe, who ended the previous season in 13th place. The upcoming match will be a key early test as Celta tries to establish itself in the top half of the standings. Zaragoza will be eager to make an instant impact and secure his place as a regular starter under Giraldez.