Sporting and Brugge dispute Germán Valera's future, Anselmi's standout

While Sporting CP assesses the signing of Spanish left‑winger Germán Valera, Elche, coached by Martín Anselmi, insists on keeping him in the squad. Valera, 24, has a contract until the end of the season, with an option to extend for another year, and has already scored a goal in seven matches.

Competition between Sporting and Brugge

According to Matteo Moretto, both Sporting and Club Brugge are considering moving forward with an offer for the Elche player. The Lions and the Belgians see Valera as a market opportunity, given his age and the limited contract.

Valera's contract is set only until 2027, although it includes a clause that allows extending the deal by another year. This condition makes him even more attractive to clubs seeking medium‑term reinforcements.

In the current season, Valera's third in La Liga, the player has added a goal in seven games for Elche. He was also the scorer of one of the goals in the team's first win this season.

Martín Anselmi and Elche's management have expressed the intention to keep Valera in the squad, valuing the contribution of the young left‑winger. The possibility of extending the contract reinforces their position.

Sporting CP and Club Brugge plan to present an offer in the coming months, according to sources close to the clubs. The unfolding of the negotiations will be closely followed by the fans.

Thus, while Sporting seeks to bolster its attack, Elche fights to preserve an emerging talent, creating a contest that could shape Valera's future.