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Premier League Eyes €40m Move for Dani Vivian

Newcastle, United and Villa Join the Race

According to Fichajes, Athletic Club defender Dani Vivian has become one of the most sought-after names in the European market. As Raúl Cabrera Jiménez reported, “Three Premier League teams want to pay the 40 million release clause for an Athletic Club player.” Those clubs are Newcastle United, Manchester United and Aston Villa, all keen to strengthen their backlines with a player proven at LaLiga level.

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Vivian, 26, has impressed consistently for Athletic Club. His “defensive solidity, good aerial play, and ability to play out from the back” have made him a standout centre-back in Spain. For Premier League sides, the €40m release clause is seen as a genuine bargain in today’s inflated market.

Why Vivian Appeals to English Clubs

At 26, Vivian is entering the peak years of his career. His contract with Athletic Club runs until 2032, yet the release clause makes him attainable without lengthy negotiations. This suits Premier League clubs who often target affordable buyout clauses abroad to cut through transfer complexities.

As Fichajes note, “paying the buyout clause would be a great move, securing a centre back who has proven himself in major competitions and can adapt relatively easily to the physical pace of English football.”

What It Means for Athletic Club

While Athletic highly value Vivian’s contribution, they face a dilemma. The club cannot block a move if the clause is activated, leaving them vulnerable to losing a defensive cornerstone. Despite this, Vivian’s professionalism has stood out—he remains fully committed on the pitch, ignoring outside speculation.

A Career-Changing Opportunity for Vivian

Moving to England would represent a major step for the centre-back. It would allow him to face elite strikers weekly, grow under the intense spotlight of the Premier League, and potentially cement himself on the international stage. For Vivian, as Fichajes suggest, it is “an opportunity that could change your career.”

Our View – EPL Index Analysis

From a Newcastle supporter’s perspective, this link to Dani Vivian is both exciting and intriguing. The Magpies have already built a solid defensive unit with the likes of Sven Botman and Fabian Schär, but the latter is approaching the twilight of his career. A 26-year-old centre-back with experience in LaLiga could be an ideal long-term investment, particularly given Newcastle’s ambitions to secure Champions League football consistently.

The €40m release clause also makes sense financially. Newcastle have shown they are willing to spend smartly rather than recklessly, and Vivian offers quality at a fair price compared to some Premier League inflated deals. Fans would likely see this as a shrewd signing rather than a gamble.

There are questions, however, about adaptation. Vivian has thrived in Spain, but the Premier League’s intensity, aerial duels and faster tempo can take time to adjust to. Supporters may remember how some defenders—highly rated abroad—struggled in England. For that reason, pairing him gradually alongside Botman, who has settled well, could ease the transition.