The rector of the University of Málaga, Teodomiro López, and the mayor, Francisco de la Torre, have shown their alignment on the project for the new Málaga CF stadium on the university campus, although technical studies on its impact will be conducted first.
The University of Málaga and the City Council of the capital have taken a new step towards the construction of the New Rosaleda on the grounds of the Teatinos campus. Rector Teodomiro López and Mayor Francisco de la Torre showcased their good rapport at a joint press conference on Friday, although they made it clear that the project still requires a rigorous technical analysis.
López explained that an expert committee will be created to assess the stadium's impact on university life. "Among the aspects we will evaluate are mobility, teaching activities, exam schedules, library usage, and, in general, university life," detailed the rector, who called for a "serious, rigorous, and thorough" analysis.
A project with "great visibility" for UMA
The rector highlighted that the new stadium would represent a significant image boost for the university. "Málaga CF is currently in the First Division and will reach the Champions League, which would increase the stadium's profile," stated López, who expressed his willingness to seek agreements "beneficial for Málaga."
For his part, the mayor described the project as "very beneficial for the University," although he acknowledged that it is "logical and natural" for the academic institution to be cautious. De la Torre indicated that in the upcoming meeting with the rector, aspects such as the areas adjacent to the stadium and its integration into the campus will be discussed.
Collaboration beyond the stadium
The alignment between both institutions is not limited to the new football field. In fact, they are already collaborating on projects such as the Chair of European Studies and International Studies, supported by the Unicaja Foundation and the Málaga Provincial Council. This cooperation strengthens mutual trust to tackle a large-scale project like the New Rosaleda.
The expert committee will meet in the coming weeks to analyze the stadium's feasibility on campus. Following their conclusions, the rector and the mayor will hold a meeting to make a final decision. In the meantime, the residents of Teatinos and the university community will have to wait to find out if the dream of a new stadium in the area becomes a reality.
The construction of the stadium could transform the campus's landscape and generate new dynamics of mobility and activity. Students and residents in the area should stay alert to the timelines announced, as the works could affect the daily life of the university environment. For now, the project is progressing steadily, but with the caution that a detailed analysis demands.
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