Valencia CF is poised to make a significant move for Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka, with the Spanish club eager to bring the Brentford FC star to the Mestalla Stadium, Soccernet.ng reports.
Onyeka, who impressed under the guidance of Jose Peseiro during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, has caught the attention of several top European clubs.
Girona was initially interested in the Nigerian international, but Valencia is now set to compete fiercely for his signature as the 2024 summer transfer window draws to a close.
However, according to BBC, while the Brentford Midfielder is keen on a move to Valencia, the deal is not straightforward. the Premier League side prefers a permanent transfer, while Valencia is pushing for an initial loan agreement.
With the Nigeria Internayional’s desire to play in La Liga this season, both clubs will need to find common ground before the window shuts.
If the transfer goes through, Onyeka will join fellow Super Eagles stars Kelechi Iheanacho and Chidera Ejuke, who currently play in the league for Sevilla FC.
Onyeka has been listed among the 23-man squad to feature for the Bruno Labbadia’s men in the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda.
The 26-year-old midfielder will be looking on continuing his impressive stats with the Nigerian Eagles when they face these two teams in September.