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Nathan Saliba to join Villareal from Anderlecht for €15m

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Nathan Saliba to join Villareal from Anderlecht for €15m

Summary

Nathan Saliba is set to leave Anderlecht for Villareal in La Liga, with the transfer fee estimated at €15 million. The Canadian international gained recognition during the World Cup, where he scored once and provided two assists, helping Canada reach the Round of 16. Saliba has played 50 matches for Anderlecht since joining last year, netting five goals and contributing one assist. His move includes a sell-on fee that will also benefit his former club, Montreal. Anderlecht is exploring potential replacements for the 22-year-old midfielder.

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By the Numbers

•Saliba leaves Anderlecht after one year and 50 appearances.
•Transfer fee to Villareal is reported around €15 million.
•Saliba scored once and assisted twice at the World Cup.
•Villareal will also pay a fee to Montreal as part of the deal.
•Anderlecht is seeking replacements for Saliba in central midfield.

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10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Canadian international set to swap Anderlecht for Villareal

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After impressing at the World Cup with Canada, Nathan Saliba looks set to depart Anderlecht in the coming days. According to HLN, the Canadian international is set for a move to La Liga and Villareal,...
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