Valencia and Swansea Negotiate for André Almeida, Who Currently Rejects Move

Valencia has received an official offer from Swansea for André Almeida, but the Portuguese player is currently unwilling to move to the English second division, putting the transfer on hold for now.

The Spanish club's intention to offload the midfielder is no secret. Manager Carlos Corberán has sent clear signals that Almeida is not in his plans, even opting for Raba over him in the last pre-season friendly, indicating that the exit door is wide open for Almeida.

Valencia views Swansea's financial offer favorably, and despite a few details still needing to be ironed out, an agreement between the clubs is close. However, the deal hinges on the player's approval.

André Almeida, for his part, does not consider a move to England's second tier a viable option, viewing it as a step backward in his career. The midfielder prefers to wait for more appealing proposals. Sources close to the negotiations are attempting to persuade him to reconsider the offer from the Welsh club, managed by compatriot Vítor Matos, but as of now, the player is holding firm on his stance.

Valencia famously invested around seven million euros in Almeida, who ultimately failed to consistently impress. His contract renewal last season came as a surprise, especially since he saw limited playing time under Corberán after signing the new deal. Now, the club has clearly signaled his departure, though the final outcome remains uncertain.