Fabrizio Romano confirms: Georges Mikautadze, new player for Villarreal

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Villarreal closed the signing of Georges Mikautadze from Olympique de Lyon for a fixed fee of 25 million euros plus 5 million in variables, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.

This operation not only makes it the most expensive transfer in the club's history but also signifies a show of strength in a market where the Yellow Submarine has been a key player.

The 24-year-old forward has signed a five-year contract and will be leading the attack for Marcelino in a season where the Submarine aims high in both LaLiga and the Champions League.

🚨🟡 Villarreal have sealed the deal to sign Georges Mikautadze, here we go! 🇬🇪

Flight booked on Saturday, medical on Sunday and €30m transfer fee to OL.

Mikautadze, the special signing wanted by Villarreal as Dovbyk deal was never done. @MatteMoretto 🤝🏻 pic.twitter.com/mA3mtdeJbL

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 29, 2025

Mikautadze, a forward in full explosion

The new signing for Villarreal comes from a standout season with Lyon, where he recorded 18 goals and 11 assists in 49 official matches. Moreover, he started the current Ligue 1 season with a goal in the victory against Lens, confirming his ability to make a difference in crucial games.

Hailing from Metz, Mikautadze grabbed the spotlight during the latest Eurocup with the Georgian national team, establishing himself as a modern center forward: quick, with a goal-scoring instinct, and capable of linking up with his teammates.

With the fixed 25 million plus variables, Georges Mikautadze could surpass Paco Alcácer as the most expensive addition in the history of the Castellon-based club. For President Fernando Roig, this investment showcases the ambition of a project that aims to compete at the highest level in Spain and Europe, not settling for mid-table mediocrity.

“The goal is to build a team that excites and can compete for everything,” indicate sources from the board. With the Georgian's arrival, Marcelino now has an offensive leader capable of complementing his teammates in attack.

A stellar market for Villarreal

Beyond Mikautadze's arrival, Villarreal has been one of the most active clubs in this market. They have added heavyweights like Thomas Partey, Renato Veiga, Tajon Buchanan, and Alberto Moleiro, as well as strategic loans like Rafa Marín. In total, eight reinforcements that elevate the squad's level for a season filled with challenges.

The start of LaLiga already reflects the solidity of the new project: two wins in the first two matchdays that have fueled the fans' excitement.

Villarreal faces a demanding group stage in the Champions League, where they will meet giants like Manchester City, Juventus, and Borussia Dortmund. For Marcelino, having a striker of Mikautadze's caliber will be key to competing on equal terms with the best on the continent.

With a balanced squad and a historic signing, the Yellow Submarine seems ready to dream big.

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