The deal's complexity stems from the Financial Fair Play rules, which Getafe must adhere to. The La Liga still needs to give approval for the transfer, and the coming hours will be crucial in determining the outcome. Getafe is working on a solution to meet the La Liga's requirements.

Getafe is set to face Ajax in the Conference League on Thursday, December 17, but Dani Carvajal will not be part of the team due to the registration issues. The 34-year-old Spanish defender left Real Madrid on a free transfer this summer and is still without a club.