Enzo Barrenechea has been impressing for Valencia while on loan from Aston Villa.
The midfielder’s recent performances have led to debates on whether Los Ches should try to retain him beyond this season. Three days ago, Deporte Valenciano were questioning whether €7.5m is enough to convince Aston Villa.
On Tuesday, we covered claims from Spain that the 23-year-old wants to continue with the La Liga side and will let Aston Villa know about that when they make a decision on his future.
Thursday’s edition of Superdeporte warns Valencia fans they could be in for disappointment if they want to see Barrenechea at the club next season.
The Argentine’s improvement came after Carlos Corberán took charge in December. If it were up to the manager, the Aston Villa man will be at Mestalla next season.
Barrenechea has earned the ‘affection of the fans’, who would want him to stay after his loan spell. The Spanish club have to find a new agreement with the Villans as they don’t have a purchase option.
Taking Valencia’s economic conditions and recent financial history into account, Superdeporte report it seems too difficult for them to meet Aston Villa’s financial demands. Barring a new development, the player will return to Villa Park in the summer.
In short, Barrenechea ‘surely have to say goodbye’ to Valencia and return to Aston Villa next season, in a story Superdeporte carry on their font page today.
Samuel Lino and Justin Kluivert were able to win over Valencia fans during their loan spells at Mestalla. The club weren’t able to retain them, and it’s explained supporters will soon be in for more heartbreak with Barrenechea.