The 2021-22 campaign saw Los Pericos successfully consolidate their hard-fought return to the top flight, finishing a safe 14th in La Liga in their first season back in the Spanish elite. Leading the charge was the prolific striker Raúl de Tomás, whose 17 vital league goals not only powered the side but also saw him claim the prestigious 'Zarra' award as the joint-top Spanish goalscorer. This rollercoaster season, which featured a memorable 2-1 home victory against eventual champions Real Madrid at the RCDE Stadium, proved a defining chapter of re-establishment and hope for the club.