Tag: Villarreal

Partey Makes Villarreal Debut Amid Off-Field Turmoil

Thomas Partey (Villarreal)
August 2025

Thomas Partey made his Villarreal debut in a 2-0 La Liga win over Real Oviedo days after being released by Arsenal. The 32-year-old faces multiple rape and assault charges, which he denies, but played under conditional bail. Partey came off the bench to mixed reactions from Villarreal fans. Goals from Etta Eyong and Papa Gueye secured victory for Marcelino’s side after Oviedo goalkeeper Alberto Reina’s red card. His presence highlighted Villarreal’s gamble amid his legal challenges.

Thierno Barry Completes Everton Move on Four-Year Deal

Thierno Barry (Villarreal > Everton)
July 2025

Everton have officially signed 22-year-old striker Thierno Barry from Villarreal on a four-year contract. The Ivorian joins following a breakout La Liga season where he scored 11 goals and provided 4 assists.
Barry was signed to fill the gap left by Calvert-Lewin’s departure. Everton boss David Moyes praised the striker’s potential and promised time for adaptation. He joins as the club continues active recruitment.

Thierno Barry Set for Everton Switch in £27m Deal

Thierno Barry (Villarreal)
July 2025

Villarreal striker Thierno Barry is travelling to Merseyside to finalise a £27 million move to Everton, where he will undergo a medical and complete the formalities of the transfer.
Everton are targeting Barry to fill the void left by Calvert-Lewin’s departure. The 22-year-old impressed in La Liga last season with 11 goals and 4 assists in a breakout campaign.

Atlético Madrid Target Cristian Romero and Álex Baena

Cristian Romero (Tottenham Hotspur), Álex Baena (Villarreal)
Summer 2025

Atlético Madrid have made Tottenham’s Cristian Romero and Villarreal’s Álex Baena their top transfer targets, but may struggle to afford both.
Atlético also want a defensive midfielder, backup goalkeeper, forward, and left-back, while Jhon Lucumí is considered a cheaper defensive option if Romero proves unattainable.

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