Growing interest in Ayoze Pérez
Villarreal have set their sights on Ayoze Perez, a 31-year-old striker who has excelled at Real Betis, where he has become a key player under Manuel Pellegrini. The contractual situation of Ayoze, who joined Betis on a free transfer from Leicester, has sparked interest from the Yellows, especially after he has signed until 2027 and a surprisingly low release clause of €4m.
Complicated negotiations for Betis
Aware of the importance of Ayoze to their squad, Betis have tried to increase the release clause to more secure figures, between 10 and 12 million euros. However, negotiations with his agent have not been fruitful, leaving the Andalusian club in a vulnerable position while Villarreal positions itself to take advantage of the opportunity.
Ayoze’s mark on Betis
Ayoze’s influence on the team has been undeniable, standing out as the player with the second most starts in LaLiga last season, participating in 29 matches and scoring 9 goals, which made him the team’s second top scorer, only surpassed by Willian José. His performance earned him a call-up for the European Championship, a recognition that highlights his relevance in European football.
The challenge for Pellegrini
The possible departure of Ayoze would be a major blow for the Betis coach, who could be forced to look for a replacement in a transfer market that does not offer many quality options at affordable prices. The loss of a player of his calibre could destabilise the team at a crucial moment of the season.
Golden opportunity for Villarreal
Villarreal, who are looking to strengthen their attack following the departure of Alexander Sorloth to Atlético de Madrid, see Ayoze as an ideal option. With the willingness to activate his 4 million release clause and offer him an attractive four-year contract, the yellow team has a proposal that could prove irresistible for the Canary Island striker.
The uncertain future of Ayoze Pérez
Ayoze’s contractual situation leaves Real Betis at a crossroads, where the urgency of ensuring the continuity of a key player is mixed with the risk of losing him for an amount that does not reflect his true value. Meanwhile, Villarreal are determined to continue with their transfer strategy, looking for any opportunity that allows them to improve their team.
