Renato Veiga exit from Chelsea edges closer after he agreed personal terms with Villarreal. Chelsea value him at around £34 million, while Villarreal hope to pay under £30 million. The Spanish club and the player agree, but Chelsea still discuss the transfer terms.
Villarreal push for under £30m deal
Chelsea have placed a £34 million valuation on Renato Veiga, who has been part of their loan and development group since joining from Basel. Villarreal, however, are pressing to complete the deal for under £30 million. Sources in Spain say the clubs can likely bridge the gap with add-ons or performance-related clauses, though they have not confirmed a breakthrough yet.
Reports indicate Villarreal have already submitted a formal bid, but it fell short of Chelsea’s demand. The La Liga side plans to strengthen its defence before the window shuts and considers Veiga a key target. Local media note that the player’s eagerness to join has added momentum to talks, even as Chelsea remain firm on their price.
🚨 Villarreal have reached a verbal agreement in principle on personal terms with Renato Veiga.
Chelsea remains firm on the asking price: €35M and the Spanish club's first offer has been rejected.
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Interest from abroad but Villarreal lead the race
Villarreal are well-placed, but Veiga has been on the radar elsewhere. Inter Milan are also in the running, as well as Juventus and Borussia Dortmund whom were thought to be interested earlier in the summer. Still, Villarreal’s progress in reaching terms with the player has given them an advantage.
Chelsea, under pressure to balance Financial Fair Play demands, will continue talks this week. The clubs will likely reach a compromise on structure and clauses to complete the transfer before deadline day.
Author’s Opinion
This deal feels like a matter of timing rather than possibility. Villarreal want Veiga, Veiga wants Villarreal, and Chelsea want value. The agreement seems inevitable with only fine details left. The fee gap is small enough that creativity should unlock it before the window closes.
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