Albacete Balompié started the countdown to preseason this Thursday, and midfielder Agus Medina has urged the three already‑signed players – Corpas, Ortuño and Soberón – to settle in as quickly as possible to be match‑ready from the first game.

What does Agus Medina ask of the new signings?

Medina said the priority is that the reinforcements feel “like family” from day one. According to him, the first contacts have focused on helping their families settle and easing their move to the city, rather than on tactical matters. The goal is for newcomers to perform from the start of the campaign, without wasting time on adaptation.

How does Medina’s injury affect the start?

The midfielder is still recovering from an ankle injury that required surgery at the end of the 2025‑26 season. At 26, Medina expects to join collective training by the end of July, though he does not set a precise date. He stresses that returning without pain or risk is essential, even if it means delaying his involvement by another week.

What is the points target for the season?

Medina made it clear that the squad’s first objective is “to reach 50 points”. That figure, he says, secures Segunda División survival and allows the club to aim for higher positions once the threshold is passed. The target is presented as a shared roadmap for the whole team, matching the club’s cautious transfer policy.

What does the start of training imply?

Head coach Alberto González will lead the first session at the ‘Andrés Iniesta’ Sports City this Thursday. That session marks the formal start of preseason, during which the side must deal with the uncertainty over Medina’s availability while testing chemistry with the new signings. The blend of experience from players who stayed on from last season and the energy of the newcomers will be decisive to hit the 50‑point goal.