The signing of Arnau Martínez by Valencia is sealed

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Arnau Martínez, a 23-year-old defender, is on the verge of becoming a new player for Valencia after reaching an agreement with Girona. The footballer visited Paterna on Wednesday and then went to the IMED clinic to undergo a medical examination, following a deal of 5 million euros fixed plus 1 in variables and 10% of a future sale.

Arnau Martínez completes final steps in Paterna

The player arrived early at the Sports City of Paterna, where he visited the facilities and progressed with the necessary paperwork before signing. He then headed to the IMED clinic to pass medical tests before formalizing his contract with Valencia. 

Martínez had already agreed on a deal with Valencia for the next five seasons, but the transfer had been delayed due to economic differences between Valencia and Girona. The third proposal raised the fixed amount to 5 million, with an additional 1 million in variables, sealing the agreement. 

The defender's release clause was set at 8 million euros, a sum that Girona had used as a reference during negotiations. Valencia ended up securing a deal below the clause amount, with the Catalan club also retaining 10% of a future sale. 

Upon arrival, Arnau explained that he had already spoken to Carlos Corberán approximately two weeks ago, when negotiations between the clubs were still ongoing. The coach had indicated the player as his priority to strengthen the right-back position. 

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Valencia signs Arnau Martínez after weeks of negotiations

The agreement between Valencia and Girona was finally reached after several proposals. The initial Valencia offer had been rejected, and the Gerona club even demanded an amount close to 8 million from his release clause.

During this process, Martínez maintained his preference for Valencia, reaching a contractual agreement to wear the club's colors for five years. The player also agreed to lower some of his initial salary demands to facilitate the completion of the operation. 

The departure means that Girona loses one of its captains and a player who could play as both a right-back and center-back. The Catalan club has reacted to the transfer by signing Javi Boñar from Atlético Madrid to cover the position. 

In Valencia, Martínez's arrival fulfills a specific request from Corberán after the failed negotiation for Thomas Meunier. This new signing comes after Pablo Maffeo's arrival, who can also play in the right-back position. 

The next step will be the official signing and his inclusion in training sessions. Valencia plans for Arnau Martínez to train with the team on Thursday and potentially be included in the squad to face Deportivo at Riazor on the following Sunday, provided all his transfer procedures are completed.

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