On Monday, journalist Toni Hernández said there’s uncertainty over whether €7.5m would be enough for Valencia to buy Aston Villa’s Enzo Barrenechea. The La Liga side must avoid relegation to stand a chance to take him permanently in the summer window.
The midfielder joined the Spanish club on loan from Aston Villa last summer and the move allowed him to accompany his sister, who is studying at university in Valencia.
Estadio Deportivo reiterate Los Ches staying in La Liga is needed for them to retain the Aston Villa man.
Valencia [16th] are a point above 18th placed Deportivo Alavés. At the weekend, they got three points against Real Valladolid after Barrenechea assisted Umar Sadiq’s winner.
Estadio relay a claim from Cadena Ser that Aston Villa emissaries were recently in Spain to follow the 23-year-old’s development. The Argentine informed them that he’s happy in the city and would like to continue at the club next season.
The Villans man’s entourage would also prefer this option while the Spanish club would be delighted to retain him beyond this season.
Barrenechea’s desire is to stay in Valencia, also to accompany his family. The report states he ‘will let Aston Villa know’ about this when they have to make a decision.
Unai Emery’s side could either sell or send him on loan again in the next window. If the conditions are met, both the player and Valencia would be delighted to continue their association.
