Mario Soberón apologises to Zaragoza after his Albacete move

Forward Mario Soberón posted a video on social media lamenting how his departure from Real Zaragoza unfolded and wishing the club well. In the short statement he says, "I’m sorry for how the situation happened. None of us wanted what occurred." With the season underway, Zaragoza sits 22nd in Segunda División with 36 points, after a recent run of LDLLL.

What triggered the split between Soberón and Zaragoza?

Soberón joined the side for the 2024‑25 season, scoring ten goals, including braces against Cádiz and Elche. Yet the arrival of Gabi and David Navarro cut his minutes; he logged just 29 minutes under Navarro. A clash with fans and a red card against Valladolid, followed by a superficial thrombophlebitis, sealed his bench time. The player claims the decision to leave wasn’t unilateral, but the built‑up tension made staying impossible.

How does his message resonate with Zaragoza supporters?

Addressing the fans, Soberón stresses he holds no grudge and wishes "the best" for the club. "Nothing but good," he repeats, trying to calm the atmosphere. His words arrive after a 0‑2 loss to Málaga (31‑05‑2026) and a season where the team has scored 35 goals and conceded 59 (‑24 goal difference). The statement aims to mend relations and stop the controversy from further fueling a fanbase already suffering a 0W‑2D‑3L streak.

What’s next for Soberón?

The striker says his focus is on the "new professional chapter" with Albacete Balompié, arriving with "lots of desire and excitement." He trusts he can showcase his best football again and regain lost confidence. Meanwhile, Zaragoza continues fighting to escape the relegation zone, sitting 46 points behind leaders Racing Santander. Soberón’s exit leaves an offensive gap the coach must fill soon, perhaps by promoting youth or a last‑minute signing.

How does this affect the club’s immediate future?

The club will need to reshuffle its attack without the former forward while striving to reverse the negative trend. Management has hinted at possible winter‑window moves, but the priority remains stabilising the defence and improving attacking efficiency. With supporter pressure and the need for points, every decision will be scrutinised. Soberón, for his part, aims to rediscover the form that made him stand out in his early days at La Romareda.