Transfer deadline: Midfielders leave Real Madrid, Barcelona for new clubs

When Real Betis completed the final transfers of the deadline day, it marked the most significant move in English football. However, in Spain, the drama was far from over, particularly in the case of teenage prodigy Pablo Garcia. The 20-year-old winger, who had been with the club since the age of six, was sold on the last day of the deadline to Racing Santander.

Garcia, visibly emotional, broke down in tears upon learning of his departure from the team he had grown up with. His reaction quickly went viral on social media, as fellow fans questioned the club's decision to let go of such a promising talent. Betis had been in discussions to sign Real Madrid midfielder Dani Ceballos, but financial constraints from La Liga's salary policy prevented the move.

To fulfill the transfer, Betis opted to release Garcia, who subsequently signed a three-year contract with Racing Santander, including an option for a fourth year. Ceballos, meanwhile, decided to return to his youth team, agreeing to a three-year deal with the possibility of an extra year. The veteran midfielder's homecoming to his former club coincided with Garcia's emotional exit.