Sevilla continue to move in the market, looking for signings to reinforce their squad for the 2024-2025 season. With the departure of key players and the need to strengthen some positions, the Andalusian club has turned its attention to the international market. Despite the economic challenges it faces, Fabrizio Romano has revealed Víctor Orta's solution to fill the vacancy at left back following the departure of Marcos Acuña .
Sevilla have evaluated several alternatives to fill that position. Names such as Javi Galán were mentioned, but finally, the focus has been on a young talent from the Premier League. This operation has been revealed by Fabrizio Romano, who has revealed the name of the new Sevillian signing before anyone else.
Fabrizio Romano is right again
Promising 20-year-old Argentinian full-back Valentín Barco has now become a Sevilla player. Valentin Barco, who was acquired by Brighton for 9 million euros last January, has struggled to find his place in the Premier League. However, after a difficult season of adaptation, Brighton have decided to loan him out so that he can continue his development in an environment where he can get playing time.
Valentin Barco's loan is seen as an excellent opportunity for both the player and Sevilla . The operation, according to Fabrizio Romano, is at zero cost. The young Argentine will arrive without an option to buy, which reflects Brighton's confidence in his future, but also Sevilla's commitment to a short-term solution.
Valentín Barco, a future bet for Sevilla
Valentín Barco is more than just a left-back. His versatility allows him to play both in defence and in more advanced positions, which adds depth to Sevilla's tactical scheme. His ability to break through and create attacking plays, coupled with his ability to link up with midfielders and extrems, make him a constant threat to defences.
Despite his youth, Valentín Barco has already shown great tactical maturity. His defensive qualities, such as his reading of the game and his speed in recovering positions, make him a valuable player on both sides of the pitch. His loan move to Sevilla could be the boost he needs to establish himself as one of the most promising full-backs in Europe.