The club knows that Pau Torres will not continue next season and they are looking for a substitute
The season of Villarreal CF has been historic reaching the semifinals of the Champions League and want to build on their success in Europe to fish at Borussia Dortmund. The German club will experience a transfer market with many arrivals and departures, leaving several very promising players on the market.
Among them stands out a young french centralfor which they bet in 2017. However, and despite its progression over the years, He has not finished convincing the coaching staff of Borussia Dortmundwho has decided not to extend his contract, which expires next June.
Pau Torres forces Villarreal CF to look for a new central defender
This situation adds to the departure of Pau Torres, who in recent years has been one of the team’s leaders in the defensive zone. His goodbye will leave a significant amount of money in the club’s coffers, which will be used to make high-level signings to cover his absence.
At the moment, his most likely destination seems to be Manchester United, who are willing to make an offer of more than 60 million euros for the Spanish international. At the moment, no decision has been made, but the player is clear that his stage in the yellow submarine has come to an end.
Villarreal CF seeks to sign at Borussia Dortmund
To reinforce the left profile of the axis of defense, Villarreal CF has set its sights on Dan-Axel Zagadou. The 22-year-old French defender is one of the great promises of European football, although in recent seasons his progression has been slowed down by a lack of opportunities.
This summer he will be released as a free agent and Villarreal CF has him on their agenda. Left-handed and with a great physical presence, he presents himself as a perfect option to replace Pau Torres. However, they will have to compete with other important European teams that will bid to get his signature.