The 2009–10 Sporting de Gijón season was the second successive season that the club played in La Liga, the highest tier of football in Spain.
On 11 January 2010, Míchel was sold to Birmingham City for £3 million,[1] becoming one of the highest transfers in the history of the Asturian club.
[2] The club finally avoided relegation after achieving a 1–1 draw against Atlético Madrid at El Molinón in the 37th matchday.
[3] Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.