UD Las Palmas announced on Tuesday that Nicolás Benedetti is leaving the club, ending his short spell on the island. The decision comes as the side sits in 5th place in the Segunda División with 73 points, after 20 wins, 13 draws and 9 losses.

What happened to Benedetti?

The 29‑year‑old Colombian striker arrived in the winter market of December under an extension clause that allowed the club to lengthen his contract by up to four more seasons. After only five official appearances, the board decided not to trigger the option and officially reported his departure during today’s session.

Why is the exit relevant to the sporting project?

Benedetti never managed to become a regular starter; his adaptation to the pace of the Segunda División was limited and his offensive contribution minimal. With the team having scored 57 goals and conceded 40 this campaign, the management is looking for profiles that can provide more consistency to close the 9‑point gap with league leaders Racing Santander.

What is UD Las Palmas aiming for next season?

The club indicated that freeing up an attacking slot is part of a roadmap that prioritises quality and squad depth. Head coach Javier Aguirre is expected to explore options that complement Sergio Araujo and Javi Guerra up front, keeping the goal of returning to La Liga.

What is the team’s current context?

Nine points behind the leader, UD Las Palmas is on a recent form of defeats, draws and wins (DLWDW). The defence has allowed 40 goals, while the attack has contributed 57, showing a +17 goal difference. The board trusts that upcoming signings will help reverse the trend and cement a promotion push.

Benedetti’s farewell arrives at a crucial summer moment, as the club evaluates every position to build a balanced squad. The departure, though modest, highlights the policy of not retaining players who fail to meet the technical standards set by the coaching staff.