La Liga Transfer Round-Up: Valencia seal free transfer of Mali international

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·3 April 2026

La Liga Transfer Round-Up: Valencia seal free transfer of Mali international

A round-up of the latest goings on in the transfer sphere, as La Liga sides try to plan their summer business..

Celta Vigo close in on renewal for stalwart defender

Celta Vigo defender Carl Starfelt has confirmed that talks have begun on a new deal, with his current contract expiring in 2027.

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“I have one year left on my contract after this season. There’s no stress. But I think there have been some informal talks between the club and my agent. We’ll see how it all turns out,” he told MD.

Espanyol and Celta battling it out for Elche playmaker

Another player out of contract this summer is impressive Elche midfielder Aleix Febas. It has been reported for several weeks that Espanyol are set to secure his signature on a free transfer this summer, but RadioMarca say that Celta Vigo are trying to convince him to join the Galician side. Osasuna trail in the race for his signature.

Ajax open talks with Girona

After reports that Ajax Sporting Director Jordi Cruyff was keen to bring in Girona manager Michel Sanchez, Marca have now confirmed negotiations between the two. He is out of contract at the end of the season.

Former Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek is under contract until 2028, but MD say that Girona could look to move on from him, after another injury-ravaged season for one of their highest earners.

Osasuna keen to on reuniting midfielder with Alessio Lisci

As per MD, Osasuna are interested in Real Oviedo midfielder Alvaro Reina. The 28-year-old spent two years with manager Alessio Lisci at Mirandes, and was one of their standout players. He will have a year left on his deal in the summer.

Real Oviedo midfielder declares desire to stay

Real Oviedo midfielder Santiago Colombatto has declared a desire to remain at the club next season even if Los Carbayones go down. The Argentine is currently on loan from Club Leon – MD carry his quotes.

“It’s not the time to talk about the future because the club is going through a difficult period. I’ve always said I want to stay here. Many times it’s not up to me, as we’ve seen these last few years. I’m on loan from Grupo Pachuca and it’s not up to me, so we’ll have to wait and see. My intention is to stay in Oviedo no matter what; my family is happy here and so am I, but now is the time to raise my level and then we’ll see.”

On the other hand, standout goalkeeper Aaron Escandell has been far less transparent about his future.

“All I can think about is the day-to-day here. I want to keep enjoying this difficult situation, because nobody likes being down there. I don’t know what the future holds; I have a contract with Real Oviedo. I’m happy here, and I don’t think it’s the right time. My focus is on achieving our goal of staying in the First Division.”

Valencia wrap up signature of Mali international

As reported by Marca, Malian international Aliou Dieng will sign a three-year contract with Valencia in the summer. The 28-year-old midfielder will arrive on a free from Al-Ahly after signing a precontract, and it is noted that the deal does not proclude Valencia from retaining Guido Rodriguez either.

On top of that, ONtime Sports (via MD) say that Los Che are following Egyptian goalkeeper Oufa Shobeir, a teammate of Dieng’s at Al-Ahly. This summer Julen Agirrezabala is set to return to Athletic Club after his loan spell, and Stole Dimitrievski’s contract is up.

Right-back Thierry Rendall could be headed the other way. MD say that PSV Eindhoven could be interested in a free transfer if Sergino Dest leaves. Valencia GM Ron Gourlay has confirmed talks over a renewal, but those negotiations have not advanced.