Hugo Novoa

Returns to Alaves after loan spell

Novoa has returned to Alaves following his loan spell with Mirandes.

Analysis: Of the three Alaves players out on loan at Mirandes, Novoa was the standout during his time at the club. The winger made 30 appearances in LaLiga Hypermotion, starting 23 of them and racking up 1917 minutes on the pitch, while also providing three assists. Under contract with Deportivo Alaves until 2029, he will return to Vitoria this summer after a season of consistent game time. His aim now will be to impress the coaching staff during preseason and earn a place in the first team squad, though a fresh loan move has not been ruled out if it means continuing to gain minutes.