Villarreal is on the verge of securing a significant addition to their squad with the signing of Willy Kambwala from Manchester United. The 19-year-old centre-back, born in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and holding French citizenship, is set to join the Spanish club for a fee around €10m. The transfer also includes a future buy-back clause for Manchester United, indicating the English club’s interest in potentially bringing back the young talent in the future.
- Villarreal set to sign Willy Kambwala from Manchester United for a fee around €10m.
- Manchester United includes a future buy-back clause in the deal.
- Final details being completed; official announcement expected soon.
Promising Young Talent Joins Villarreal
Villarreal’s pursuit of defensive reinforcements continues as they express interest in Manchester United’s centre-back, Willy Kambwala. According to a tweet from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the Spanish club is finalizing the details of the transfer, which includes a future buy-back clause for Manchester United.
🚨🟡 Villarreal are closing in on deal to sign Willy Kambwala from Manchester United!
Understand it will be a permanent transfer for fee around €10m for 2004 born CB.
The deal also includes a future buy-back clause for Man United.
Final details then… here we go, soon 🏁 https://t.co/ZHZp96hPgq
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 10, 2023
Kambwala, standing at an imposing 1.92 meters, has shown considerable promise in various youth competitions. His defensive skills and height make him a valuable asset for any team. The move to Villarreal is a strategic one, as the Spanish side aims to bolster their defensive lineup with young and promising talent.
Willy Kambwala’s Career Statistics
Willy Kambwala has had a notable career so far, despite his young age. Here are some key statistics from his time at Manchester United:
- Total Appearances: 54
- Total Goals: 2
- Total Minutes Played: 3,747
Detailed Stats by Competition:
- U18 Premier League: 15 appearances, 1 goal, 1,082 minutes
- Premier League 2: 14 appearances, 1 goal, 1,036 minutes
- Premier League: 8 appearances, 326 minutes
- UEFA Youth League: 7 appearances, 599 minutes
- National U19 – Group B: 4 appearances, 329 minutes
- EFL Trophy: 3 appearances, 270 minutes
- FA Cup: 2 appearances, 15 minutes
- National 3 – Group J: 1 appearance, 90 minutes
Positions Played:
- Centre-Back: 36 appearances
- Right-Back: 8 appearances
Kambwala’s versatility on the field is evident from his ability to play both as a centre-back and a right-back. His performances in the Premier League 2 and the UEFA Youth League have particularly highlighted his potential.
Villarreal’s Strategic Move
The inclusion of a buy-back clause in Kambwala’s transfer deal suggests that Manchester United sees long-term potential in the young defender. This strategic move by Villarreal not only strengthens their squad but also provides Manchester United with a safety net to re-acquire Kambwala if he continues to develop as expected.
For more detailed information on Manchester United’s transfer activities, you can visit the following links:
- Manchester United nears major transfer deal for Joshua Zirkzee
- Top defender Matthijs de Ligt in advanced talks for Manchester United move
- Manchester United’s first big signing under new ownership: €40 million striker
Villarreal fans can look forward to seeing Kambwala in action soon, as the final details of the transfer are being completed. The young defender is expected to bring his height, defensive skills, and versatility to the Spanish club, making a significant impact in their upcoming season.
