Villarreal open talks for 325 million Chelsea defender Villarreal have reportedly opened talks with Premier League giants Chelsea over a potential move for unwanted defender Axel Disasi. The 27-year-old is widely expected to be one of several stars to leave Stamford Bridge this summer following an unsuccessful loan at Aston Villa. According to journalist Fabrice Hawkins, Villarreal are the l...Full Story »

Villarreal's games have produced more goals than any LaLiga team's this season except for Barça, and they'll be bringing the fun to the Champions League. Octavio Passos/Getty Images Both of the previous times that Villarreal coach Marcelino García Toral qualified a LaLiga club for the supposed "nirvana" of the UEFA Champions League, his reward for lucrative success was to be brut...Full Story »

Looking to return to winning ways following a streak of poor results, Villarreal will welcome Rayo Vallecano to Estadio de la Ceramica on Wednesday night for a La Liga clash. The Yellow Submarine suffered a home defeat at the hands of Real Betis last time out, whilst Los Franjirrojos managed a draw against European champions Real Madrid. Since returning from a 3-0 win over Deportivo Alaves pri...Full Story »

Chelsea are closing in on a €24.5million ($26.6m) deal to sign Villarreal goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, sources have told ESPN. The 22-year-old is expected to fly to the United States -- where Chelsea are on pre-season tour -- to undergo a medical and sign a seven-year contract. Jorgensen only agreed a new long-term contract with Villarreal last month but Chelsea convinced the Denmark Un...Full Story »

Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez has confirmed he will leave his role at the end of the season. Xavi to leave Barcelona in summer Coach makes shock decision Says it's the best decision WHAT HAPPENED?Xavi confirmed at a press conference that he will leave his role at the end of the season. The Barca boss spoke after seeing his team beaten 5-3 at home by Villarreal in La Liga. The result lea...Full Story »

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of Senegal international Nicholas Jackson from Villarreal in a deal worth €35 million (£30m/$38m). Jackson joins for €35m Striker scored 12 goals in La Liga in 2022-23 22-year-old pens eight-year deal WHAT HAPPENED? Jackson has signed an eight-year contract with the Blues after an impressive season in which he scored 12 La Liga goals fo...Full Story »

Villarreal forward Nicolas Jackson has agreed to personal terms with Chelsea, according to The Athletic's David Ornstein. The 21-year-old has a €35-million release clause at El Madrigal, but transfer insider Fabrizio Romano understands there are three more clubs that are willing to meet that fee. Chelsea will need to act fast in negotiations and are discussing the payment structure with...Full Story »

Jackson has been among the Blues' top targets in their bid to sign a centre-forward. Chelsea have agreed terms with Villarreal star Nicolas Jackson Credit: Getty According to The Athletic's David Ornstein, the West Londoners and the striker have reached an agreement. Now the Premier League giants are looking to agree a fee with the Yellow Submarine. The LaLiga outfit will demand a fee in the...Full Story »

Mikel Arteta splashed the cash in the summer but looks set to spend again with Arsenal top of the Premier League. Samuel Chukwueze has caught the eye of several Premier League clubs including Arsenal Credit: EPA The Spaniard appears keen to add to his attacking options with Shakthar Donetsk winger Mykhaylo Mudryk believed to be on his shortlist. Chukwueze has also caught the eye according to ...Full Story »

Barcelona bounced back from their Clasico loss in style as they cruised to a 3-0 home LaLiga win over Villarreal with a brace from Robert Lewandowski on Thursday. The Camp Nou club remained second in the standings on 25 points, three behind Real Madrid and three clear of third-placed Real Sociedad, who have won their last five league games and eight consecutive wins in all competitions. Mana...Full Story »

Borussia Dortmund, who lost to La Liga side Valencia CF in a friendly two days earlier, struggled, scoring only 3 of their 10 shots on target. After losing Haaland on the front line, the team repeatedly missed opportunities in front of the goal. On the other hand, Villarreal had an excellent season last time out, and won the Europa League. However, Villarreal's performance in the league was ...Full Story »

Reports from Tuttosport claim that Juventus have made their first contact with Villarreal, asking about the possibility of a transfer for Pau Torres. With Bayern Munich chasing Matthijs de Ligt, Juventus originally looked at Kalidou Koulibaly as their number one replacement, but it now appears that the Napoli centre-back is close to a move to Chelsea. Now according to Tuttosport, Juventus wi...Full Story »