Braulio Vázquez already has 4 forwards on Valencia's agenda

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The latest Valencia CF news revolve around the signing of a new striker in the free agent market, and they are working with four names: Joselu, Toko Ekambi, Anthony Martial, and Luuk de Jong. Braulio Vázquez, appointed sporting director on September 13, has taken on an operation that could close without paying a transfer fee, with the Spanish striker as the top choice.

The urgency is driven by the start of LaLiga. The team scored only one goal in the first five matchdays and, after a 0-1 win against Alavés, reached two goals in six matches. The market of out-of-contract players allows the club to sign a striker despite the regular transfer window being closed.

Don't look for a better sporting moment in 2024, that award goes to Mr. Joselu Mato. pic.twitter.com/ZSv6R631Ws

— ᴍᴀɴᴜ. (@ESnomanu) December 25, 2024

Valencia CF Prioritizes Joselu's Option

Joselu, a 36-year-old forward, has been without a club since July 1, 2026 after ending his spell at Al-Gharafa. Valencia's Mestalla has already taken steps to assess the conditions for his signing and persuade the player to return to the Spanish league.

His contractual situation eliminates the need to negotiate with another club for a transfer. Additionally, the striker is familiar with the league due to his stints at Alavés, Espanyol, and Real Madrid before moving to Qatar in 2024. For Braulio Vázquez, this immediate availability makes it the first avenue to address.

The second option is Toko Ekambi. The Cameroonian forward turned 34 on September 14 and has been a free agent since July 1 following his time at Al-Arabi. He played for Villarreal in Spain from 2018 to 2020 before joining Olympique de Lyon.

Valencia CF is also considering this possibility due to the absence of transfer costs and his knowledge of Spanish football. His candidacy depends on the outcome of the first negotiation and the contractual terms he sets to come back to Spain.

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Anthony Martial and Luuk de Jong, Two Different Scenarios

Anthony Martial, 30 years old, has been without a club since July after his spell at Monterrey ended. He can play as a center forward or from the left and had a half-season with Sevilla in LaLiga in 2022.

The Frenchman's case involves competition. He has been offered to Málaga during September, who are also considering his signing, so Valencia CF must decide whether to enter negotiations with another Spanish club or focus on other avenues.

Luuk de Jong, 36 years old, completes the list. The Dutch forward has been free since July 1 after his time at Porto, but he is recovering from a ruptured cruciate ligament. Forecasts indicate his return around September 30, a timeline that requires an evaluation of his physical condition before any signing.

He has previously played for Sevilla and Barcelona, so he is familiar with the league, but his recovery timeline impacts the decision. Braulio Vázquez must now determine which option offers better sporting and financial conditions for an immediate signing.

**The next step for Valencia CF will be to finalize the operation sequence during the break. The priority is to first resolve the ongoing contact with the Spanish striker and, if unsuccessful, proceed with one of the other three available free agents.**

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