Valencia indicates the first departure of next summer

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21/04/26 19:00:00

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Julen Agirrezabala faces decisive weeks as his time at Valencia CF clearly approaches its end. The Basque goalkeeper, on loan from Athletic Club, has gone from being an undisputed starter to seeing his continuity fade over the months.

The turning point came with his muscle injury at the beginning of the year. Since then, the scenario at Mestalla has changed radically, both in sporting and institutional terms. Valencia CF has not felt his absence. And that, in elite football, is usually an unequivocal sign.

Julen Agirrezabala and an injury that changes everything

Julen Agirrezabala started the season as a clear bet for the club. His performance was solid and he exuded security in goal, which relegated Stole Dimitrievski to the bench for several months.

However, the injury to the hamstring of his left leg kept him off the field for a long period. A prolonged absence that opened an unexpected door. Dimitrievski seized that opportunity. And he did so with authority.

Dimitrievski earns the position and club's support

The Macedonian goalkeeper responded with convincing performances in LaLiga. Consistency, leadership, and security have been his main arguments to change the course of events.

Initially considering letting Dimitrievski go at the end of the season, Valencia CF has completely altered its roadmap. Ron Gourlay, the club's CEO, was clear about it. He publicly confirmed that there are advanced talks to renew the Balkan goalkeeper, something unimaginable months ago.

The buy option, an insurmountable obstacle

The loan of Julen Agirrezabala included a buy option set at 12 million euros. A high figure given the current economic reality of Valencia CF. Peter Lim and Meriton have not approved investments of that scale in recent years. And even less for a position they now consider well covered.

Dimitrievski's good performance and the high cost of the operation have sealed the deal.

Valencia CF redefines its goalkeeping

Sporting planning at Mestalla has evolved throughout the season. Where there were doubts before, there is now conviction. The club understands that keeping Dimitrievski, with an affordable renewal, offers immediate stability and less financial risk.

In this context, exercising the buy option for Julen Agirrezabala no longer fits in Valencia CF's strategy.

Return to Athletic, the most likely scenario

Everything points to Julen Agirrezabala returning to Athletic Club once the season ends. The goalkeeper is under contract in Bilbao until June 2027. From the player's environment, it is assumed that the decision is practically made, awaiting official communication.

For Athletic, the situation is not ideal either. Not exercising the purchase means losing a significant financial boost.

A seemingly definitive outcome

Football does not wait. And Julen Agirrezabala has experienced this firsthand. The injury, Dimitrievski's growth, and Valencia CF's firm stance have minimized his chances.

Unless an unexpected twist occurs, the club will not sign the Basque goalkeeper. The decision is clear: to renew Stole Dimitrievski and close a chapter that began with hope but ends without continuity. Julen Agirrezabala will return to Athletic after the season ends. Valencia has chosen its path.

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