La Liga
Viktor Tsygankov, a 28-year-old winger from Girona, has entered both the transfer market of Valencia CF and that of Sevilla FC. The Ukrainian international is looking to part ways with the Catalan club after their relegation to the Second Division, and his salary, slightly above 3 million euros annually, fits within the limits considered by both suitors.
The player is under contract until June 30, 2027, so his departure depends on reaching an agreement with Girona. Tsygankov has expressed his intention to leave Montilivi as he believes his sporting future does not align with the new scenario of the club in the second tier.
Viktor Tsygankov requests to leave Girona after relegation
The relegation has forced Girona to adjust their economic planning and review the continuity of several players. The budget for the upcoming season will decrease due to the loss of income linked to television and remaining in the First Division.
Tsygankov is among the most sought-after players in the squad. During the last season, he contributed 7 goals and 5 assists, maintaining his name on the radar of clubs competing in LaLiga in the 2026-2027 season.
The main obstacle lies in the exit strategy. The winger aims to terminate his contract and become a free agent, while Girona retains his federative rights for one more season. Without an agreement between the parties, Valencia and Sevilla would have to negotiate a transfer with the Catalan side.
The Ukrainian arrived at Montilivi in January 2023 from Dynamo Kyiv. He signed for four and a half seasons, until 2027, after spending the majority of his professional career at the Ukrainian club.
Sevilla FC has an advantage over Valencia CF
Sevilla FC holds a slight advantage as they can pursue the operation without initially depending on a specific sale. Tsygankov's current salary, above 3 million euros, fits within the parameters studied by the Sevillan sports management.
His addition would provide an alternative for the wings and attacking midfield. Tsygankov is left-footed, can play on the right side, and has experience in Spanish competitions and European tournaments with Dynamo Kyiv and Girona.
Valencia CF has also shown interest but needs to create room before making an offer. The club must secure at least one exit to have salary margin and continue adding players during this transfer window.
This limitation grants Sevilla time to progress, although neither club has yet submitted a formal offer. Both are waiting to first understand the final conditions of the separation between the player and Montilivi.

An operation conditioned by his contract until 2027
The possibility of acquiring Tsygankov without a transfer fee would make the operation feasible for both teams. In this scenario, the main cost would be his annual wages and any bonus agreed upon for signing as a free agent.
If Girona demands financial compensation, the negotiation would change. Relegation requires the Catalan club to reduce wages but also increases the need to generate income by selling their players with higher market value.
The next step will be to resolve the termination request made by Viktor Tsygankov. Sevilla FC can take the lead while Valencia CF seeks a solution to expand their margin, but any agreement will be subject to Girona's response and the financial terms set to release the winger.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Los dos equipos de LaLiga que pelean para fichar a Tsygankov
