Getafe has finalised the signing of Paraguayan midfielder Matías Galarza, 24, as a replacement for Luís Milla, who was transferred to Como for 6 million euros. Galarza, known for his aggressive character in the 2026 World Cup, arrives to strengthen the blue midfield.
Getafe has found the ideal replacement for Luís Milla. The blue club has reached an agreement to sign Paraguayan midfielder Matías Galarza, 24, who was one of the revelations of the 2026 World Cup. Galarza comes to fill the gap left by Milla, who was transferred to the Italian club Como for around six million euros.
Galarza, who plays as a central midfielder or attacking midfielder, has become famous for his aggressive style and ability to break lines. In the World Cup, his performance in the round of 16 against France generated controversy due to his toughness, but he stood firm: “It had been a long time since Paraguay was at the top and we showed pride in every match,” he declared after the game.
A midfielder with 'Bordalás soldier' DNA
Galarza's profile perfectly fits José Bordalás's philosophy. The blue coach seeks intense, dedicated players with character, and the Paraguayan meets all those conditions. “He is a player who does not hide, who fights for every ball and has the quality to decide in the final metres,” club sources highlight.
Galarza is a left-footed, creative and dynamic midfielder, with good ball control and the ability to finish plays. Although he is not known for building play, he is lethal in the final metres, making him a valuable offensive resource for Bordalás. His arrival strengthens a midfield that had lost experience with Milla's departure.
From a family of goalkeepers to elite midfielder
A curiosity about Galarza is that he breaks with family tradition. Seven of his relatives have been goalkeepers, including his grandfather, who saved shots from Pelé in a match between Santos and Bolívar in 1971. As a child, Matías also played in goal, but his father, also a goalkeeper, hid the gloves from him to prevent him from following that career. “I didn’t want him to be a goalkeeper because it’s a difficult position, very demanding, and you have to be prepared physically and mentally,” Galarza explained in an interview.
Now, the Paraguayan arrives in Getafe to write his own story away from the goal. His signing represents a reliable reinforcement for a team looking to establish itself in the upper part of LaLiga. Blue fans are already dreaming of seeing him debut at the Coliseum, where Bordalás is expected to give him minutes soon.
Local angle: what it means for Getafe fans
For Getafe supporters, Galarza's arrival is an injection of hope. After Milla's departure, the team needed a midfielder with grit and quality, and the Paraguayan promises excitement. “He is a player who stands up, who does not hide and can make a difference. The fans will enjoy him,” say sources from the club.
Getafe has invested an undisclosed amount, but it is estimated that the transfer is around four million euros, an affordable figure for a player of his potential. Galarza arrives from South American football, where he played for Club Olimpia in Paraguay, and has committed for the next four seasons.
The new blue player will be officially presented this Wednesday at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez, where he is expected to appear before the media. Fans will be able to see him in action in the upcoming pre-season matches, where Bordalás will begin to test his fit in the scheme.
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