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El Puerto de Santa María · Cádiz, Spain · Affiliated with Cádiz CF

Turn talent into a pro career in Spain

International residential academy on the Atlantic coast. Players aged 14–22, Spanish coaching staff, RFEF licences and official matches — with schooling, housing and full board on site.

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2015Working since
La LigaCádiz CF affiliation
14–22Player ages
RFEFOfficial licences
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⚽ Affiliated with Cádiz CF (La Liga) 🎫 RFEF player licence & official matches 🏠 Ocean-side residence & full board 🌍 EU full season & 90-day international camps 🗣️ Coaching in Spanish, English & Russian 📅 Working since 2015 in Andalusia

Why Nextstars

A real pathway into professional football in Spain

Since 2015 in Andalusia, on the ocean coast. Own residence, professional training process, Spanish coaching staff and a direct link to a La Liga club.

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Pro football pathway

Support and promotion of the best players, and help signing a first professional contract.

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Cádiz CF affiliation

Affiliated since 2018 — game practice in youth and adult teams under RFEF.

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Official RFEF licence

Players on the annual program get a federation licence for NEXTSTARS FC U18 / SENIOR and play official matches.

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Residence & meals

Rooms for 2–3 players, healthy sports nutrition, Wi-Fi across the residence.

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Daily training

Full training process including beach and ocean sessions, recovery and gym access.

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Spanish classes

Language lessons with teachers at the academy college — included in the price.

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Visa & eligibility

Full season (10m) & 6-month programs for EU citizens; short-term programs up to 90 days (2 weeks–3 months) open worldwide with an official Schengen invitation.

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Medical insurance

Insurance with maximum coverage included for the full program.

Infrastructure

Everything in one place, minutes from the sea

The academy base in El Puerto de Santa María combines training, housing, schooling and recovery within walking distance.

  • Training base at Estadio José del Cuvillo
  • Fitness centre with free access for players
  • Residence in the city centre, rooms for 2–3
  • Chef-prepared sports nutrition menu
Academy training base in Cádiz

Programs & prices

Choose your program

No trial required for entry — arrive for the full season or a short-term program. Dates on request.

Full season · 10 months
€14,500
Sep 1 – Jun 30
6 months
€8,800
Dates on choice
3 months
€4,450
Dates on choice
1 month
€1,500
Dates on choice
2 weeks
€850
Dates on choice
Accommodation & visa rules (RD 1155/2024): Standard residence rooms are for 2–3 players (1 month — €1,500; private single room on request — €3,500/month). Long-term programs at Nextstars (6 & 10 months) are exclusively for EU citizens. Non-EU players of any age (14–22) are eligible for programs up to 90 days (2 weeks, 1 month, 3 months) via short-stay Schengen visa; for a 10-month Student Visa D program in Spain, ask Admissions about our partner academy.

Installments available. Payment in EUR or USDT. All settlements are made directly with Nextstars Football Academy.

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Pro Trials (18–25) & Youth Immersion (14–17) in Spanish Pro Clubs

Direct access to Cádiz CF and Real Betis Balompié through Nextstars F.C. Official club residence, integrated squad training, and written coaches' report (Informe Técnico). Program fees are provided privately upon CV review.

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Ages 18–25 · Pro Trials at Cádiz CF & Real Betis Balompié

1-week Cádiz CF trial, 2-week Nextstars prep + Cádiz CF trial, 1-month program, or individual trial at Real Betis Balompié.

Ages 14–17 · Official Cádiz CF Cantera Immersion

1-week immersed internship and technical evaluation inside Cádiz CF's youth academy system with official coaches' Informe Técnico.

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Academic year 2026 / 2027

Football + secondary school in Spain

Players combine daily training with studies at IES Francisco Javier de Uriarte, and can obtain a federation licence to play official RFEF matches.

  • Trip to Madrid for an Atlético de Madrid match
  • A Sevilla FC or Real Betis match visit
  • A Cádiz CF match visit

Three free events per season — one each quarter, included in the program.

Results

Players who signed professional contracts

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What ages do you accept, and is a trial required to enrol?
Nextstars Football Academy in Cádiz accepts male footballers strictly aged 14 to 22. No pre-enrolment trial is required to join the residential academy — players are assessed on site and grouped according to their level.
Which programs are open to EU citizens vs. non-EU players (RD 1155/2024)?
Under Spanish Immigration Regulation RD 1155/2024, Nextstars' long-term programs (6 months at €8,800 and 10-month Full Season at €14,500) are available exclusively to EU/EEA citizens. Non-EU players of any age (14–22) are eligible for short-term residential programs up to 90 days (2 weeks — €850, 1 month — €1,500, 3 months — €4,450) via short-stay Schengen visa with an official invitation. Nextstars does not arrange long-term Student Visa D; for a full-season program in Spain with Student Visa D support, ask Admissions about our partner academy.
What is the residence like, and is a private single room available?
Standard accommodation at our residence in El Puerto de Santa María is in shared rooms for 2–3 players with full sports board (3 meals/day), laundry, pool access, and Wi-Fi (1 month — €1,500). A private single room is available on request: the 1-month program with single-room occupancy is €3,500.
How do payments, installments, and official contracts work?
All settlements are made directly with Nextstars F.C. (CIF G72244502, corporate account at CaixaBank) in EUR or USDT. 2-week and 1-month stays are paid 100% on booking; 3 months — €2,450 on booking + 2 × €1,000; Full Season (EU citizens) — €4,500 reservation, €4,000 before arrival, and 3 × €2,000 monthly from October. Personalized Service Agreements (Acuerdo de Servicios) and official invoices are issued after receiving the player's passport copy, date of birth, and selected program.
Do you offer scholarships, grants, or free trials?
No. All residential academy programs and individual Spanish club trials are 100% self-funded at fixed published tariffs. Scholarships, grants, and free trials are not offered.
Where is the training base located and what is the nearest airport?
Training takes place at Estadio José del Cuvillo (Av. de Menesteo, El Puerto de Santa María, Cádiz) on Spain's Atlantic coast under President & Head Coach Antonio Valero García. The nearest airport is Jerez de la Frontera (XRY), with airport pickup included.

Ready to start your career in Spain?

Send an application from the site — no trial needed. Attach a player CV and we'll get back to you on WhatsApp or email.

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