Spanish side Villarreal have confirmed the capture of Portuguese defender Renato Veiga from Chelsea in a deal valued at up to €29.5 million, setting a new club transfer record.
The 21-year-old has put pen to paper on a contract running until 2032, tying him to the Yellow Submarine for the next seven seasons.
Veiga departs Stamford Bridge after only a year and, half of which he spent on loan at Juventus, following limited opportunities under Enzo Maresca.
Chelsea will benefit financially from any future move involving the Portugal international, giving them long-term leverage on the deal.
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Villarreal view the young defender as a cornerstone for their future. Renowned for his versatility, Veiga can operate as a center-back, left-back, or even in midfield, offering tactical flexibility.
A statement on the club’s official website hailed him as:
“A superb left-footed centre-back, tall, strong and technically gifted. He excels in physical duels, one-on-one situations, and has outstanding ball-striking ability. In addition to playing across central defence, he can also be deployed at left-back or in midfield. A true Champions League-level defender.”
The record-breaking move underscores Villarreal’s ambition to strengthen their squad with top talent as they build towards sustained success in La Liga and European competitions.
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