The player who will leave Villarreal for free in the summer

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The European market continues to see significant movements, and one of them involves Alfonso Pedraza. The Spanish left-back from Villarreal is facing the final months of his contract and has already decided not to renew with the Castellon club, ending a long period at La Cerámica.

At 29 years old, the player has his next destination defined. Unless an unexpected turn of events occurs, Alfonso Pedraza will continue his career in Italy, where he will wear the shirt of Lazio after reaching an agreement that is very advanced and pending only formal details.

The end of an era at Villarreal

Alfonso Pedraza has been a recognizable figure at Villarreal for years. His ability to provide width on the wing, join the attack, and his understanding of the club have allowed him to have continuity in different sporting phases. However, the chapter of the left-back at the yellow team has come to an end.

With a contract in force until the end of the current season, talks for a renewal have not been successful. From the player's circle, it is considered that the time has come to face a new challenge, while at Villarreal, they acknowledge that his departure is inevitable and are already working on planning the left flank without him.

The decision is not due to a specific problem, but a combination of factors. Pedraza is seeking a change of scenery, new competitive stimuli, and an experience outside of Spain, something he had not had until now. The club, on the other hand, understands that at this point, it is difficult to offer him a project that he finds distinctive.

Interest from Real Betis and a final unsuccessful attempt

In recent weeks, Real Betis has tried to interfere in the operation. The green and white club saw favorably the return of Alfonso Pedraza, who had already defended their colors in the past, and believed that his profile fit perfectly into the current squad.

Contacts were made from Heliópolis to explore the possibility of convincing the left-back with an attractive sports project and the opportunity to continue competing in LaLiga. However, these attempts have not been sufficient to change the course of the operation.

Pedraza values Betis positively, but his priority has always been to leave Spain from the start. The chance to play in a different league and face an international challenge weighed more than any other consideration, even despite the persistent interest from the Andalusian club.

As days have passed, Betis has realized that the operation is practically impossible and has begun to focus its efforts on other alternatives to strengthen the left back position for the upcoming season.

Lazio, a closed destination and a new challenge

Italy will be the next stage for Alfonso Pedraza. Lazio has moved forward steadily and has managed to position itself ahead of any other suitor. The agreement between the parties is well advanced, and at this point, everything indicates that the Spanish left-back will play in the Italian capital starting from the next season.

In Rome, they value his experience in European competitions, defensive reliability, and his ability to adapt to different playing systems. They believe he can provide immediate performance and compete for a starting position from the outset, which has been crucial in convincing the player.

For Pedraza, Lazio represents an ideal opportunity. A historic club with European aspirations and high competitive demands in a league that has always known how to enhance defenders. The player sees this step as a natural evolution in his career and a challenge in line with his professional moment.

Unless there is a last-minute surprise, Alfonso Pedraza's future is already determined. Villarreal will lose one of its most recognizable full-backs, Real Betis will miss out on an option they liked, and Lazio will incorporate a proven player. A quiet yet significant move confirming that the Spanish left-back is ready to embark on a new chapter away from La Cerámica.

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