The 2 clubs that want to remove Mikel Jauregizar from Athletic Club 3d2q2t

The good performance of Mikel Jauregizar this season has not only been celebrated at San Mamés, but it has also sparked the interest of prominent clubs in the European scene. Liverpool and Villarreal have set their sights on the young Basque midfielder, making him a top target for the summer transfer window. At Anfield, the coaching staff led by Arne Slot sees him as the ideal profile to strengthen the midfield balance, while at La Cerámica, they believe he could be the perfect replacement in case Álex Baena leaves.

Jauregizar, at just 21 years old, has gained prominence in Ernesto Valverde's scheme, becoming a key player in Athletic's return to the Champions League. His tactical solidity and ability to control the pace of the game have made him a sought-after midfielder. In England, his name has risen on Liverpool's agenda, especially after the option of Martín Zubimendi faded away. The Reds failed in their attempts to sign Tchouaméni and Caicedo, thus seeing the Basque player as a more realistic future opportunity.

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Meanwhile, Villarreal is studying how to deal with a potential offensive move, backed by the liquidity resulting from Baena's departure. However, Athletic Club does not plan to yield easily. Jauregizar is under contract until 2027, and the club is already working on an extension that would tie him until 2031, with a salary improvement included.

Despite the growing interest, optimism reigns in Bilbao. The player has expressed on more than one occasion his desire to stay with the team of his life, and everything indicates that the next step will be his renewal. However, in football, nothing is final until it is signed.

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