Valencia, one step away from finalizing their first winter signing

Valencia has secured its first signing for the winter market: Ivan Fresneda. The young right-back, currently with Sporting CP, will arrive on loan until the end of the season. This move aims to strengthen a key position following Thierry Correia's long-term absence due to a serious cruciate ligament injury.

Fresneda, 20 years old, has struggled to establish himself in the Portuguese team, having had a secondary role since his arrival. With only 203 minutes played so far this season and just two starts, the full-back is seeking more playing time to further his promising career. Valencia, in need of immediate defensive solutions, sees the young Spaniard as an option that could make a difference in the second half of the season.

Ivan Fresneda, a reinforcement that Valencia CF needs

While the loan agreement is almost finalized, important details remain unresolved, such as the potential inclusion of a purchase clause at the end of the loan. While Valencia would be willing to negotiate on those terms, Sporting CP insists on a valuation that safeguards their economic interests, setting the minimum price at around €7.5 million.

Dmitri Foulquier is currently the only natural option for the right-back position in Valencia's squad, making Fresneda's arrival crucial to expand coach Rubén Baraja's alternatives. This signing not only bolsters the defense but also represents the club's commitment to a young talent that can contribute both now and in the future.

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