Valencia accelerates its next signing

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16/08/26 17:00:00

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Thomas Meunier is undergoing a medical examination to become the new player of Valencia CF. Belgium's elimination in the World Cup has freed the right-back, who can now travel, undergo physical tests, and sign a contract for one season plus an optional one.

The economic agreement is practically finalized, and there is confidence at Mestalla to announce the operation in the coming days. The assessment will be particularly important as the Belgian international will turn 35 years old next month of September, though he arrives after competing normally during the last season.

Thomas Meunier completes Carlos Corberán's plan

The signing responds to a specific request from Carlos Corberán, who demanded immediate experience for a highly weakened position. Dimitri Foulquier continues to recover from injury and has no exact return date to group training.

At this moment, the coach only has young players Rubo Iranzo and Rodrigo Gamón as natural alternatives. The addition of Thomas Meunier would bring hierarchy, physical ability, and knowledge of demanding scenarios before the start of LaLiga.

The defender arrives on a free transfer after his contract with Lille ended on June 30th. During the 2025/26 season, he played 33 official matches, scoring two goals and providing three assists between Ligue 1 and European competition.

His career also includes stints at Bruges, Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund, and Trabzonspor. This international experience allows Valencia to add a player accustomed to competing under pressure without incurring transfer costs.

Valencia CF seeks another full-back to compete in LaLiga

The arrival of the Belgian will not close the market on the right flank. Valencia CF aims to build a squad with 25 professional players and around three academy licenses, keeping the search open for a second specialist for that position.

Foulquier's situation requires extreme caution. The Frenchman enters his final year of contract, has physical issues, and cannot be the sole alternative for a team aspiring to regain stability in LaLiga.

A second addition to complete the wing

Among the names under consideration is William Mikelbrencis, a 22-year-old French full-back who became a free agent after his time at Hamburgo. His age and availability fit the idea of incorporating a young player who can grow alongside a veteran.

Another option is Daijiro Chirino, a 24-year-old player from Almería. The Dutchman has played 37 matches, scored three goals, and provided an assist, but the financial demands from the Andalusian club currently complicate the negotiation.

For now, the priority is to finalize all procedures with the Belgian international. The club wants him to immediately complete the medical examination, sign his contract, and start a brief vacation period before joining preseason.

Carlos Corberán would thus gain a defender standing 1.90 meters tall, with offensive capabilities and the ability to also play as a full-back or right center-back. His profile will allow for system variations and protect the young players working with the first team.

Unless there are unexpected issues in the physical tests, Thomas Meunier will be one of Valencia's next reinforcements. His arrival will offer an immediate solution at full-back and allow the club to face the new season with greater confidence.

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