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Villarreal targets Guido Rodriguez as Valencia negotiations stall

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Last updated May 31, 2026

Villarreal targets Guido Rodriguez as Valencia negotiations stall

Summary

Valencia faces stiff competition from Villarreal for midfielder Guido Rodriguez amid efforts to renew his contract. Rodriguez, signed from West Ham in January, has made a significant impact at Valencia, scoring four goals in 16 league appearances. However, his current contract expires this summer, making him a free agent. Villarreal, along with Olympiakos, is reportedly interested in acquiring the 32-year-old Argentine. Valencia is working to secure a renewal agreement but may face challenges due to his high wage demands.

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Key Details

•Valencia is negotiating a contract renewal for Guido Rodriguez.
•Rodriguez joined Valencia after a stint at West Ham in January.
•He scored four goals in his last 16 league appearances for Valencia.
•Villarreal and Olympiakos are both interested in signing Rodriguez.
•His current contract with Valencia runs until this summer.

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Valencia’s hopes of keeping hold of midfield star Guido Rodriguez have this week been complicated by La Liga rivals Villarreal.This comes amid the understanding that the Yellow Submarine are express...
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