Reporter: Huang Qian bids over 10 million euros for Boca striker Merentire, but the player chooses to stay in the team
Football 4:18am, 1 August 2025
According to the latest report by Spanish Relevo reporter Marcos Durán, Villarreal is looking for a No. 9 striker who was willing to bid more than 10 million euros for Boca youth Merentiel, but the player decided not to listen to any offer from other clubs after talking to Boca head coach Russo.
Marcos Durán said Villarreal is still looking for strikers in the transfer market.
29-year-old Uruguayan striker Merentiel made 28 appearances in various competitions in the 2025 season, scoring 8 goals and contributing 3 assists. Merentiel's contract with the club expires at the end of 2027, and the current player De's turnaround is worth 6.5 million euros.