Pep Guardiola's great desire to replace De Bruyne plays in LaLiga

Álex Baena, one of the most promising players in Spanish football, has caught the interest of Manchester City after his brilliant performances with Villarreal. At 23 years old, the Almerian midfielder could be facing one of the great opportunities of his career, as the team led by Pep Guardiola sees him as a possible key reinforcement. With the potential departure of Kevin de Bruyne towards Middle East, Guardiola has identified Baena as the ideal replacement to fill the gap that the Belgian star would leave.

The past season was crucial for Baena to establish himself as one of the talents to watch. With 5 goals and 18 assists, the young midfielder showed his ability to create danger in attack and be a standout playmaker. His versatility, vision, and technical skill have put him on the radar of several top clubs in Europe, but it is Manchester City that seems closest to making a concrete move for him.

The potential release clause of Álex Baena

Villarreal, aware of the potential of their player, will not let Baena go at any price. It is rumored that the Yellow Submarine has valued the midfielder at around 65 million euros, a figure that Manchester City would be willing to negotiate to secure his services. Although the deal is not yet finalized, negotiations could accelerate towards the upcoming transfer windows.

Baena, developed in Villarreal's academy, could make a definitive leap in his career if his move to the Premier League materializes. For the Almerian player, wearing the Manchester City shirt under Guardiola's guidance would be a significant challenge, but also an opportunity to showcase his quality in one of the world's most competitive teams.

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