Yanis Senhadji in Exit Talks as Betis Overhauls Youth Roster
Real Betis is actively negotiating the departure of 21-year-old forward Yanis Senhadji. Club reports indicate the talks come as the club restructures its squad in the wake of the Betis Deportivo reserve team’s relegation to Segunda RFEF.
Once regarded as one of the brightest prospects in the Heliópolis youth academy, Senhadji spent the previous campaign largely as a regular substitute for the B team. With his contract running until 2028 and his registration tied to the youth setup, club officials are actively discussing terms with his representatives over a potential free transfer—which would include a sell-on percentage for future operations—or a mutual contract termination.
Academy Ascent Followed by Stalled Development
The negotiations mark a notable turning point for a player who arrived at Real Betis during his cadete (under-16) development years. Senhadji progressed steadily through the lower categories of the verdiblanca academy, generating high expectations across the club regarding his future as a central attacker.
However, his development stalled over the past year, leading to limited minutes and a backup role under the coaching staff at Betis Deportivo. As the club faces mandatory sporting and financial adjustments following their drop to the fourth tier of Spanish football, sporting directors have prioritized trimming squad sizes and streamlining resources for the upcoming season.
Weighing Free Transfer and Sell-On Terms
Because his current deal spans through June 2028, a straight contract cancellation would sever all ties, whereas a zero-fee transfer retaining a percentage of any subsequent sale provides a safety net should the Spanish-Algerian forward regain his scoring form elsewhere.
