According to Fichajes, Manchester City is exploring the possibility of signing Spanish midfielder Alex Baena from Villarreal.
Baena, 22, has made a significant impact in La Liga this season, tallying five goals and 13 assists in various competitions, establishing himself as one of Europe’s rising playmakers. While he primarily operates as an attacking midfielder, his adaptability across forward positions has drawn interest from top clubs.
Manchester City views Baena as a potential long-term replacement for Kevin De Bruyne, who has been grappling with injuries and is approaching the later phase of his career. Arsenal is also monitoring Baena’s progress.
Although Baena’s market value is currently estimated at 25 million euros by Transfermarkt, Villarreal, given his contract running through 2028, is expected to seek a higher transfer fee for their talented playmaker.
