Villarreal goes for the signing of a new French gem

The Yellow Submarine continues to seek a right winger who can perform well in both the short and long term.

Javier Parra Peña | 13 Dec 2025 | 01.00
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Villarreal is going after the signing of a new French gem.
Villarreal is going after the signing of a new French gem.

Villarreal is accelerating its search for a dynamic winger and has set its sights on Djeidi Gassama, the young talent from Rangers who has stood out for his speed and creativity.

The Castellon-based club needs a breath of fresh air in attack and is planning to make moves in the winter transfer market to strengthen its squad. The interest from the Yellow Submarine arises from a thorough analysis of potential wing replacements, and Gassama fits perfectly with what they are looking for: a player capable of unbalancing opponents, penetrating from the sides, and contributing with goals and assists. His performance at Rangers has been inconsistent, but his potential remains high.

Villarreal and the list of wingers led by Djeidi Gassama

Villarreal's plan is not just to observe from afar. Executives and scouts have placed the French winger on a list that also includes Sani Suleiman, but Djeidi Gassama stands out for his recent impact in the Scottish Premiership and European competitions.

The La Liga club has already initiated discreet inquiries to assess his contractual situation at Rangers. At 22 years old, Gassama possesses a mix of youth and experience that is seen as ideal for the Yellow Submarine's project, aiming to compete at a European and domestic level with prominence.

From the player's entourage, it is acknowledged that his time in Glasgow could be coming to an end. The Rangers' technical director understands that, after a promising start, Gassama has not solidified his impact and could be one of the assets sold in the next market. They believe his value has increased since his arrival from Sheffield Wednesday.

Villarreal keeps an eye on a new French gem

Djeidi Gassama and his context at Rangers

Djeidi Gassama arrived in Scotland with high expectations and quickly showed himself as a valuable asset. With six goals and two assists in 29 games this season, he has proven to be capable of influencing the game, although not with the expected consistency by his current club.

Rangers bought the forward for a figure close to 2.4 million euros and could now sell him for more than double that amount, which represents a significant profit for their finances. This financial data has sparked interest from several teams and has placed the winger in the European spotlight. Although the coach still sees him as an option, the pressure to generate revenue compels the Scottish club to consider more enticing offers. Gassama's contractual situation, with a contract until the summer of 2029, provides flexibility to potential buyers, including those looking outside the Scottish Premier League.

Djeidi Gassama combines speed with remarkable dribbling, one-on-one ability, and an offensive mindset that aligns with what Villarreal wants to enhance. His playing style is based on explosiveness in wide areas, something that could complement his coach's tactical approach in La Liga. Although his performance has had ups and downs, his potential continues to attract interest in several markets. The winger has the qualities to become a key piece if given continuity and confidence, something he could find in the Yellow Submarine.

A signing that could change Marcelino's offensive dynamics

If Villarreal finalizes this move, it will not only strengthen its attack but will also send a clear message about its sporting ambitions. The signing of Djeidi Gassama would represent an investment in youth, ability to unbalance, and quick adaptation to Spanish football.

The Yellow Submarine approaches the transfer window with the intention of adding talent capable of competing at the highest level. In that sense, Gassama emerges as a compelling alternative that can enhance their offensive competitiveness.

With the formalized interest and preliminary discussions underway, the future of the French winger is starting to take shape outside Scotland. For Villarreal, the opportunity to add a player with potential and projection is too enticing to pass up.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Villarreal va por el fichaje de una nueva joya francesa

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