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Natan once again became a protagonist off the field in the European preview against Feyenoord. The Brazilian center-back acknowledged that there may have been offers, although he made it clear that his mind is focused on Real Betis.
The defender avoided going into details and explained that those matters correspond to his environment and the sports management. A measured message, but one that confirms the growing interest he arouses.
It's no coincidence. Natan has become one of the players with the highest international projection in the Verdiblanco squad after a season of enormous consistency in LaLiga. The Heliopolitan club exercised its buying option for nine million in the summer. Today, that move is perceived as a top-level strategic operation.
Natan, an undisputed pillar in Real Betis
Since his definitive arrival, Natan has assumed a central role in Pellegrini's plans. His impact has been immediate, both in performance and defensive leadership. The Brazilian has accumulated 2,392 minutes in 28 official matches. He is the player with the most presence in the starting eleven, even ahead of other heavyweights.
In LaLiga, he had barely missed a match. His absence against Valencia will be the second, due to suspension, not a technical decision. These numbers explain why Real Betis considers the center-back a structural piece of the short and medium-term sporting project.

West Ham United makes a move… and Betis responds
Foreign interest is not new. In the summer, a substantial proposal was already rejected, and January has reactivated the scenario strongly. According to EstadioDeportivo, West Ham United has taken a step forward with a formal offer. The proposed plan was a loan with an obligation to buy.
The proposal included three million upfront and a later payment of 33 million. In total, 36 million for Natan. A significant amount, but insufficient for Real Betis, who firmly rejected it as it did not reflect the player's real value.
Protection, renewal, and future in LaLiga
The rejection does not mean that the club is closing the door to a transfer. However, only an extraordinary figure would be considered for an exit. The priority now is to reinforce the contractual bond and shield Natan from the growing market interest, especially from the Premier League.
In Heliópolis, they know that retaining talent is key to competing in LaLiga and in Europe. The Brazilian center-back fits into that roadmap. Meanwhile, Natan continues to deliver on the field. His performance sustains the team and confirms that Real Betis made a strong bet on him.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, La multimillonaria oferta que le Betis ha rechazado por Natan
