Nathan Saliba, Villarreal and Anderlecht
26 August 2026
Villarreal have completed the signing of Canada midfielder Nathan Saliba from Anderlecht for a reported €15 million. The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract running until June 2031 and will join the Spanish club for their Champions League campaign.
Saliba arrives after making 50 appearances and scoring five goals for Anderlecht. He described the transfer as a major career step and said playing Champions League football was a dream, joining Canadian team-mates already at Villarreal.