Villarreal has shown interest in Álex Calatrava and is considering signing him. The club is one of several Spanish teams interested, with Real Mallorca, Espanyol, and Alaves also expressing interest. Calatrava, noted for his significant contributions to Castellon in Spain's second division, has attracted attention from clubs in MLS, Germany, and Italy, including Como. Despite the interest, no definitive decisions have been made about his future, as Castellon is firm on a release clause of five million euros, which has yet to be matched by any top-tier Spanish clubs. Calatrava, with a record of six goals and eleven assists in 32 appearances this season, remains under contract with Castellon until 2028, making an immediate transfer unnecessary for his current club.