Villarreal completes a new signing for their defense

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Juan Foyth's injury has reopened the scenario of the winter transfer market at Villarreal. The Castellon-based club is finalizing the signing of the American full-back Alex Freeman, who comes from Orlando City. The deal is progressing after an initial attempt in the summer, with the economic conditions already outlined.

Advanced operation and agreement figures

Villarreal reached an understanding with the player months ago, although his club did not then accept his departure. Now, with a contract until December 2026, the parties would have agreed on a transfer fee of around $4 million plus another three in objectives, according to information from the United States. Juan Foyth's injury has triggered a move that the club had planned for later. In this context, Villarreal rearranges its reinforcement plan for the right side.

Profile and fit of the full-back

At 21 years old, Alex Freeman is already a full international with his national team and was named MLS Young Player of the Year. He stands out for his power and offensive projection from the right back position, qualities that have piqued market interest. The sports management had already explored this option during the current season, as evidenced by the signing of Tani Oluwaseyi, and the yellow team has kept these tracking lines open.

With the addition of a new right-back, the yellow submarine could more regularly use Mouriño or Pau Navarro as center-backs, shoring up a position left weakened by Foyth's departure.