André Almeida targets Celta, Valencia demands 3M
André Almeida targets Celta, Valencia demands 3M in an open negotiation that depends on Saturday's Mestalla clash. Valencia and Celta are in talks for the Portuguese midfielder, with economic terms still apart.
What the fee means for the summer budget
Valencia asks for over three million euros, above the Swansea offer. The club does not want to sell before Saturday's match, keeping a firm stance. The 30-year-old player wants to leave Mestalla as he is not in the club's plans.
Where he fits in the current squad
Celta seeks to strengthen midfield with Almeida, whose departure is linked to Matías Vecino's possible exit. The 30-year-old could add experience to the celeste midfield. The deal is complicated by the need to lower transfer conditions from Vigo.
How the direct match influences the deal
Saturday's Mestalla clash is key for speeding up the deal. Both clubs hope the match result helps close the agreement. Negotiations stay open while waiting for the match outcome.
Key figures in the transfer window
Verified data contextualizes the move:
| Club | Player | Age | Estimated Value | Interest | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valencia | André Almeida | 30 | >3M euros | Celta | FutbolFantasy.com |
| Swansea | André Almeida | 30 | ~3M euros | - | FutbolFantasy.com |
| Celta | Matías Vecino | 32 | - | - | - |
| Valencia | Match played | Saturday | - | - | - |
| Celta | Match played | Saturday | - | - | - |
Valencia spent 12M euros on signings in 2025-26, Celta 8M, per our stats page.
What this means next
Saturday's Mestalla result will decide if the transfer closes before the official window ends. Valencia will not budge until after the match, and Celta trusts the game's pressure to speed things up. Almeida has already said he wants out, awaiting a quick solution.
André Almeida, 30, is central to the talks, and his future hinges on Saturday's Mestalla match, per Nacho Sanchís and Germán Muñoz of FutbolFantasy.com.
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standings reflect the current positions of Valencia and Celta in La Liga.
stats provide detailed performance metrics for the players involved.
injuries list no concerns for Almeida ahead of the match.
