Marca has reported on the official signing of 'Cucho' Hernández by Betis. Betis has confirmed the acquisition of 'Cucho' Hernández, a 25-year-old Spanish-Colombian forward, from Columbus Crew in the MLS for a transfer fee of 13 million euros plus performance-based bonuses. Hernández has agreed to a five-and-a-half-year contract with Betis, extending until June 30, 2030, and has been registered in LaLiga. The negotiation was completed under a tight deadline as the transfer window was nearing closure. Hernández is set to travel to Spain for medical examinations before joining Pellegrini's squad. This move marks his return to LaLiga after previous loan spells at Huesca, Mallorca, and Getafe.

Real Betis is reportedly on the verge of finalizing the acquisition of Cucho Hernández from Columbus Crew to bolster their attacking options for the latter part of the season. It is understood that negotiations between the two clubs have progressed significantly, and unless any unexpected issues arise, the deal is expected to be formalized in the near future. With the transfer window in LaLiga nearing its closure, Betis is keen to accelerate the transaction to secure the Colombian striker's services. The appeal of playing in one of Europe's premier leagues and Betis' interest are likely factors that could influence the transfer in favor of Betis.