According to a report by Spanish outlet Estadio Deportivo, Alex Remiro is the subject of interest from Aston Villa. The Villans are scouring the market for a goalkeeper heading into the summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding Emiliano Martinez’s long-term future. So, the 30-year-old Real Sociedad shot-stopper has emerged as a target for the West Midlands club.
The Villans have reportedly submitted an enquiry over a possible move for the Spaniard in the summer transfer window. Remiro will not come cheap, considering the release clause in his contract with La Liga club Real Sociedad is worth €70 million, although it will be surprising to see La Real demanding that much for the experienced goalkeeper.
Alex Remiro has established himself as one of the most dependable goalkeepers in La Liga since joining Real Sociedad from Athletic Club in July 2019. A native of Cascante, the 30-year-old shot-stopper spent his formative years in his homeland and graduated from the youth division at Athletic Club. However, his stock has soared during his spell with Real Sociedad.
The Spanish international has turned out over 250 times thus far for Real Sociedad while keeping 111 clean sheets and conceding 275 goals. Meanwhile, Remiro’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs across Europe. Aston Villa will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the summer transfer window.
Aston Villa’s interest in Alex Remiro is understandable. The Villans are in a spot of bother over Emiliano Martinez’s long-term future. The Argentine international appeared to bid a tearful goodbye to the Villa Park faithful in the West Midlands club’s final Premier League game of the 2024/25 season. In addition, recent reports have linked the Aston Villa no. 1 with several high-profile clubs.
So, several candidates, including Joan Garcia, have emerged on Aston Villa’s radar, with Remiro also a viable target for the Premier League club. The Villans have already submitted an enquiry as they plan a summer move for the 30-year-old Spaniard.
Remiro has a release clause worth €70 million in his contract with Real Sociedad. However, it will be surprising to see Real Sociedad pointing to the figure to part ways with the Spanish international, considering his age profile and contract duration.
