The table doesn't lie after 22 games – Sevilla are just four points behind leaders Real Madrid and they have kept the pace despite suffering more than most through injuries, coronavirus, and international call-ups.
If the missing players come back, if Diego Carlos stays, and if Madrid have problems of their own in the run-in, then Sevilla have a chance of winning what would be only the second league in their 132-year history.
Signing Anthony Martial is a statement of intent – the clearest indication that Sporting Director Monchi believes the title is possible this year too.