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Sergi Cardona: free agent in January and tempted by Atlético
Javi Mata explains where the Villarreal left-back stands in the transfer market
Javi Mata analyses Sergi Cardona's contract situation at Villarreal
Journalist Javi Mata breaks down Sergi Cardona's situation: he did not renew, his contract expires on 30 June and he can negotiate in January. Mata believes an offer from Atlético would give him plenty to think about.
Following a report by MARCA on Atlético de Madrid's interest in Sergi Cardona, El Club Uría turned to Javi Mata, a journalist who follows Villarreal closely.
Javier explains that the left-back's situation is somewhat unusual. He had a great season last year and there was talk of a new contract, but it was never confirmed: he stayed on the deal that expires on 30 June, leaving him free to negotiate with any club in January. He is currently playing a lot, in both the UEFA Champions League and LaLiga, because of Romero's injury, although Romero is now back in training with the squad.
According to Javier, his future will depend heavily on whether Villarreal qualify for European competition: if they do not, the club will have to trim its wage bill. His conclusion is clear: if Atlético de Madrid make him an offer in January, Cardona will think long and hard about it, because he knows he would not be a starter but would be joining a big club with a great opportunity.