André Almeida , one of Valencia's promising youngsters, has been the protagonist in this transfer market due to the numerous calls he has received to leave the club. However, the Portuguese midfielder has decided to remain with the Valencia team, prioritising his development and Valencia's sporting project. This decision was made after a key conversation with Rubén Baraja , who gave him confidence and proposed a fundamental role for him in the squad.
André Almeida's future has been surrounded by speculation throughout the summer, with several clubs interested in his services. Despite attractive offers, both financially and sportingly, Almeida has chosen to remain at Valencia. This decision reflects his commitment to the club and his desire to continue growing under Baraja's guidance.
The conversation with Rubén Baraja and André Almeida's decision
The conversation with Rubén Baraja was decisive in André Almeida's decision to stay at Valencia. The coach explained to him the importance he would have in his plans and how his continuity could be key to the sporting project. Almeida, convinced by Baraja's words, chose to reject several offers that would have allowed him to take a leap forward in his career.
One of these offers came from Nottingham Forest , who proposed a loan with an obligatory purchase, but André Almeida did not want to leave Valencia. This proposal, received last Thursday, was seriously considered by the player's entourage, but ultimately it did not materialize. For Almeida, stability and continuity at Valencia were more important than the financial benefits of a possible transfer.
Million-dollar proposals and calls from Spain
André Almeida also turned down a significant offer from MLS in June, which included a contract worth €2.5 million net per season. Despite the tempting figure, the Portuguese player decided that his football development should continue in Europe, specifically in La Liga. Almeida understands that staying in a competitive league like the Spanish one is crucial for his growth and projection at an international level.
In addition to the international offers, André Almeida received calls from clubs such as Real Betis and Girona, interested in incorporating his talent into their ranks. Betis, who were looking to strengthen their midfield, and Girona , who wanted to add quality and youth to their squad, were left wanting to sign the young Portuguese talent. Both offers were evaluated, but Almeida's final decision was to remain loyal to Valencia.