With a new season at our doorsteps, Valencia will be eager to turn things around after a disappointing end to their previous campaign. The team finished ninth in the La Liga standings. Fans will hope the team can turn things around this season with many hoping to see their team secure a spot in a European championship.
Head coach Ruben Baraja will have a lot of responsibilities on his shoulders as he looks to lead the team to a respectable season. While Valencia has a balanced squad, the team needs to secure some key transfers this summer. However, with their performance not up to the benchmark, it’s unlikely Los Ches will be operating under a fancy budget.
Transfer Strategy
Valencia over the years has shown they can have the firepower to compete for some talented players. Ruben Baraja will once again focus on loan deals to strengthen his squad, with the team not working under a massive budget.
However, things could change if the team sells a few of their top names. There has been some serious interest in the services of Valencia shot-stopper Giorgi Mamardashvili, with multiple European heavyweights keen on securing the player’s services.
Squad Needs & Areas of Improvement
Ruben Baraja needs to strengthen his attack and midfield this summer as the team has seen multiple attacking options return to their parent clubs following their loan spell. While the team has a decent quality of players in the attacking third, adding a few notable names could go a long way for Los Ches.
Potential Signings & Top Targets
With the rumor mills churning out every day, Valencia has been linked with some top attackers for the transfer window. The team is interested in securing the services of Manchester United’s Mason Greenwood but finds themselves in a tough battle with Marseille. However, if the deal falls through, the team now has suitable replacements in their mind.
| Valencia Transfer Targets | Position | Current Club | Estimated Fee (in EUR millions) |
| Mason Greenwood | Winger | Manchester United | 30m |
| Ansu Fati | Winger | Barcelona | 28m |
Financial Capabilities
Valencia has the budget to secure a top transfer plus a few required loan deals. With the club renewing Ruben Baraja’s deal, management is likely to allow the manager to make a few key improvements to his team. However, only time will tell if the team will be able to match some of the top teams who are also interested in the same transfer targets.