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20M for Rodrigo Riquelme

Two Premier League clubs are willing to pay that amount to Real Betis for the Madrid winger

Rodrigo Riquelme, player of Real Betis / LaLiga

Rodrigo Riquelme, 26-year-old winger from Real Betis, is on the radar of Fulham and Coventry City ahead of upcoming transfer windows. According to information from 4-4-2, the verdiblanco club would value his departure at no less than 20 million euros, even though the player is under contract until 2030.

Fulham and Coventry City are monitoring Rodrigo Riquelme

Fulham has added Riquelme to its list of potential targets to strengthen their attack. The London club is looking for options for their wings and is keeping the Betis player under observation, who can play as a left winger.

Coventry City is also following his progress. The interest from both Premier League teams puts the Spanish player in the English market, although Betis's financial valuation sets a high starting point for any operation.

Riquelme arrived at Heliópolis in the summer of 2025, coming from Atlético de Madrid. Betis then agreed to an operation close to 8 million euros for 50% of his economic rights, while the rojiblanco club retained the other half.

His contract with the Andalusian team extends until June 2030. This duration gives Betis room to negotiate and avoids having to make an immediate decision regarding his future.

 

Betis demands 20 million for the winger

The figure of 20 million euros that Betis is handling is an important reference for English clubs. The entity has no contractual need to expedite a departure and can maintain its demands in light of Fulham and Coventry's interest.

Riquelme's performance will also be a factor in determining his market value. In the 2026/27 season, the winger has scored 3 goals in 11 official matches, according to data released by the club itself. His participation, however, has alternated between starting positions and appearances from the bench.

The competition on the wings in Manuel Pellegrini's team affects his continuity. Ez Abde occupies an important space in the offensive plans, and Riquelme needs to accumulate minutes to establish himself in the rotation.

The player has experience in LaLiga and European competitions, having previously played for Atlético de Madrid, Girona, and Bournemouth. That background is part of his profile, although the price that Betis demands must be supported by his performance and the financial capabilities of the interested parties.

The Premier League is watching his situation

The English market appears as a possible avenue for Riquelme if either of the two clubs decides to pursue their interest further. Fulham and Coventry City are aware of the starting valuation and will have to assess if he fits into their sporting and financial plans.

For now, the scenario indicates that Betis will maintain at least those 20 million euros as a reference. Riquelme's development in the coming months and the interest he may generate in England will determine if Fulham or Coventry City turn their monitoring into an offensive to sign the winger.

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