Real Betis to strengthen defence with the signings of Bartra & Chadi Riad

Real Betis to strengthen defence with the signings of Bartra & Chadi Riad

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The former and current Barça defenders will make the move to Seville this summer

Real Betis' pre-season schedule will include a training camp in the United States and Mexico to prepare for the 2023/2024 campaign.

The tour of North America will see Los Verdiblancos add a new addition to their backline: Marc Bartra.

Available for free after finishing his contract with Trabzonspor, the Catalan defender has everything arranged for his return to the club, according to the portal 'Offsider'. 

The departures of Víctor Ruiz and Édgar González ended up precipitating a long-awaited return, despite offers from other Primera Liga clubs that wanted his services, such as Girona.

Last season was not the best for Bartra, who never felt comfortable in Turkey despite 40 games played and four goals scored.

With Betis, Bartra played 146 games in his first spell at the Seville club, making them the Primera team that has played for the most times -- even more than Barça.

Barta will be Betis' next signing after young defender Chadi Riad from Barça, who will join on loan.

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