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In the aftermath of his first major trophy since leaving Celta de Vigo nearly three years ago, the midfielder shared a heartfelt aspiration: a future return to Balaídos with Iago Aspas as sporting director.\n\n\"It would be a dream to be at Celta with Aspas as sporting director,\" Veiga said, encapsulating the emotional bond he still holds with his boyhood club. The statement comes just as his stock continues to rise in Portugal, where he has become a key figure in Porto's resurgence.\n\nVeiga's departure from Celta in 2022 marked the end of an era for the Galician side. The academy graduate had burst onto the scene as one of La Liga's most promising talents, scoring 11 goals in his breakout season. His €40 million move to Porto, facilitated by a release clause, was seen as a necessary step for his development but left a void in Celta's midfield.\n\nNow, having added a league title to his resume, Veiga’s thoughts have turned to the future. His admiration for Iago Aspas, Celta's legendary captain, is well-documented. Aspas has been the heartbeat of the club for over a decade, and his potential transition to a sporting director role has been a topic of discussion among fans.\n\n\"I've always said that Aspas is a reference for me. To have him as a sporting director would be incredible,\" Veiga reportedly added. The sentiment reflects a deep respect for a player who has defined Celta's identity through multiple campaigns.\n\nFor Celta, Veiga's words are a welcome boost. The club has struggled to replicate the success of the Aspas-Veiga partnership that once thrilled fans. With Veiga flourishing abroad, his remarks suggest a possible reunion down the line—though his focus remains on his current commitments.\n\nAt Porto, Veiga has adapted well to the tactical demands of Portuguese football. His dynamism and eye for goal have made him a fan favorite at the Estádio do Dragão. Winning the league validates his decision to move, but his heart clearly remains partly in Vigo.\n\n\"I am very happy at Porto,\" Veiga said, \"but Celta will always be my home.\" Such dual loyalty is common among players who rise through a club's academy, and Veiga's case is no exception.\n\nThe prospect of Aspas becoming sporting director adds another layer to the narrative. Aspas, still active as a player, has hinted at a future in management. If he transitions to a front-office role, Veiga could be one of his first major signings—a symbolic return that would thrill the Celta faithful.\n\nFor now, Veiga is savoring his Portuguese league triumph. The title is his first as a professional, and it cements his status as a winner. Yet, the dream of a homecoming lingers, a testament to the enduring pull of one's roots.\n\nAs the summer transfer window approaches, Celta fans will watch closely. While no concrete plans have been announced, Veiga's public declaration adds fuel to speculation. For a club seeking to rebuild, the idea of re-signing a homegrown star under Aspas's guidance is tantalizing.\n\nIn sports, dreams often precede reality. Gabri Veiga’s vision of a Celta return with Iago Aspas at the helm is more than nostalgia—it’s a blueprint for the future. Whether it materializes remains to be seen, but the sentiment alone speaks volumes about the player's character.\n\nBased on reporting from Fútbol.","news","Gabri Veiga, after winning the Portuguese league with Porto, dreams of returning to Celta de Vigo with Iago Aspas as sporting director in an emotional","328441434380177409","326135624820068352","La Liga","0","2026-05-05T18:24:23Z","gabri-veiga-why-celta-return-with-aspas-as-director","Mundo Deportivo","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mundodeportivo.com\u002Ffutbol\u002Fcelta-vigo\u002F20260505\u002F1004179392\u002Fseria-sueno-celta-aspas-director-deportivo.html","326257565434384384","Celta Vigo",[74,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86],"326257767151046656","326257539962376192","326222712592666624","326255042430504960","326257537865224192","326257556060114944","326257610309242880","326257618995646464","326222712143876096","326222707169431552",[75,88,89,90,91,92,93,94,95,96,97],"Portuguesa","Como","Congo DR","Servette FC","Estoril","Estudiantes L.P.","Club Queretaro","CA Estudiantes","Portugal","Anderlecht","Gabri Veiga: Why Celta Return with Aspas as Director?",[100,126,150,174],{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":101,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":102,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":103,"slug":104,"sourceName":105,"sourceURL":106,"teamId":107,"teamName":108,"teamIds":109,"teamNames":117,"title":125},"Barcelona win La Liga 2025-26 led by Lamine Yamal; Real Madrid's season implodes after Xabi Alonso exit, a dressing room fight, and Pérez's bizarre presser.","337883108965617665","2026-06-04T07:00:29Z","la-liga-2025-26-barcelona-dominate-as-real-madrid-implode","The Guardian","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theguardian.com\u002Ffootball\u002F2026\u002Fjun\u002F04\u002Fla-liga-2025-26-awards-best-players-team-sid-lowe","326257565535047680","Real Madrid",[107,110,111,112,113,74,114,115,116],"326257641489698816","326255041704890368","326257565702819840","326257565363081216","326257565602156544","326257565195309056","326257565316943872",[108,118,119,120,121,75,122,123,124],"Inter de Valdemoro","Rayo Vallecano","Real Sociedad","Villarreal","Real Betis","Barcelona","Valencia","La Liga 2025-26: Barcelona Dominate as Real Madrid Implode",{"awayTeamId":127,"awayTeamName":128,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":129,"homeTeamId":130,"homeTeamName":131,"id":132,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":133,"matchName":134,"publishedAt":103,"slug":135,"sourceName":105,"sourceURL":136,"teamId":107,"teamName":108,"teamIds":137,"teamNames":143,"title":149},"326222713175674880","Curaçao","Antonio Rüdiger joins UNHCR, using his family's escape from Sierra Leone's civil war to challenge refugee stereotypes ahead of the World Cup.","326222712076767232","Germany","337882782623600641","327115038563241984","Germany vs Curaçao","why-rudiger-backs-refugees-family-s-civil-war-escape","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.theguardian.com\u002Ffootball\u002F2026\u002Fjun\u002F04\u002Fantonio-rudiger-refugees-have-no-other-choice-its-important-they-be-listened-to",[107,130,127,138,139,140,141,142],"326257791503175680","326257546220277760","326222711569256448","326222711653142528","326257536049090560",[108,131,128,144,145,146,147,148],"Sierra Leone","Chelsea","Brazil","Spain","Nice","Why Rüdiger Backs Refugees: Family's Civil War Escape",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":151,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":152,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":153,"slug":154,"sourceName":155,"sourceURL":156,"teamId":107,"teamName":108,"teamIds":157,"teamNames":165,"title":173},"Ibrahima Konate is in advanced talks to join Real Madrid on a free transfer, making him the second Liverpool player to join Madrid on a free in two years.","337298705826713601","2026-06-02T16:15:09Z","konate-to-real-madrid-27-year-old-set-for-free-transfer","BBC Sport","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bbc.com\u002Fsport\u002Ffootball\u002Farticles\u002Fcx218elj1v0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss",[107,158,159,160,86,161,162,163,141,164],"326257545918287872","326222711447621632","326257534526558208","326257613643714560","326257766752587776","326257809182167040","326257575404244992",[108,166,167,168,97,169,170,171,147,172],"Liverpool","France","RB Leipzig","Hassania Agadir","Fortaleza EC","Oldham","Vanløse","Konate to Real Madrid: 27-Year-Old Set for Free Transfer",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":64,"excerpt":175,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":176,"leagueId":67,"leagueName":68,"matchId":69,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":177,"slug":178,"sourceName":179,"sourceURL":180,"teamId":107,"teamName":108,"teamIds":181,"teamNames":188,"title":195},"France international Ibrahima Konaté is nearing a transfer to Real Madrid after talks advanced in the last 48 hours, per ESPN sources. 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