What has Eibar announced for the new campaign?

Eibar confirmed that preseason starts on July 9 at Areitio with a squad of 26 players under manager Jokin Aranbarri. The first two days, July 7‑8, will be devoted to mandatory medical examinations before training begins.

How is the return to work structured?

The coaching staff split the comeback into phases. After passing the medicals, the group will meet on the pitch on Thursday July 9 to start physical and tactical work. Aranbarri has scheduled roughly five friendly matches between July and August to fine‑tune cohesion and assess new signings.

What are the squad’s new faces?

Between the goalkeepers, Luis Federico López and Jonmi Magunagoitia remain starters, while captain Anaitz Arbilla has renewed his contract and leads a back line that also features Jair Amador, Aritz Arambarri, Álvaro Rodríguez, Peru Nolaskoain, Sergio Cubero and youngster Hodei Arrillaga. Juan Bernat returns as a left‑wing reference.

One of the most eye‑catching arrivals is winger Pejiño, signed to add speed and width. Up front, Jon Bautista stays the main offensive threat, flanked by Javier Martón and promising striker Hugo García, a talent Aranbarri tracked closely at the training centre.

What are the expectations for the preparation games?

The friendlies will test the mix of veterans like Sergio Álvarez and Lander Olaetxea with the youth of Javier Martínez, Jon Magunazelaia, Ander Madariaga and Aleix Garrido. Youngsters Eric Pérez and Oscar Carrasco will chase minutes to get closer to the first team.

With the official competition set to begin in mid‑August, the goal is to arrive in peak physical and tactical shape. Aranbarri’s plan balances experience and renewal, a key factor for tackling the demanding Segunda División.

What comes after preseason?

Once the friendlies end, the manager will finalize the squad for the opening league match. Fans can expect an official squad presentation and jersey number confirmation before the season kicks off in August.