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Almería signs Mikel Vesga as Athletic Bilbao exit confirmed

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 7:40 AM

Last updated Aug 1, 2026

Almería signs Mikel Vesga as Athletic Bilbao exit confirmed

Summary

Mikel Vesga is set to join Almería after ten seasons with Athletic Bilbao, according to Mundo Deportivo. The 33-year-old midfielder will officially end his long association with Athletic due to changes in the club’s strategy under coach Edin Terzic. Vesga's departure follows speculation that he might move to Mallorca, but Almería emerged as the preferred destination. His transfer is pending only an official announcement after he missed training. Vesga made 275 official appearances during his decade at Athletic.

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By the Numbers

•Mikel Vesga leaves Athletic Bilbao after ten seasons.
•The transfer to Almería is pending official confirmation.
•Vesga previously was linked to a move to Mallorca.
•He amassed 275 appearances for Athletic Bilbao.
•His absence from training indicated a forthcoming transfer.

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7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Almería Sign Vesga as Ten-Season Athletic Bilbao Career Ends

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Mundo Deportivo report that Mikel Vesga is leaving Athletic Bilbao and will sign for Almería, bringing ten seasons with Los Rojiblancos to a close. The 33-year-old left-footed midfielder is one of th...
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