Matias Fernandez-Pardo, the Lille striker who was recruited for 10 million euros last summer from La Gantoise, has demonstrated promising performances this season with 22 matches and 4 goals in Ligue 1. Journalist Matteo Moretto from the media outlet Relevo reported that Villarreal has shown interest in Fernandez-Pardo during this summer's transfer window. The 5th placed team in La Liga has so far only made inquiries about the situation of the Spaniard, who remains under contract until June 2029. Lille is unlikely to let Fernandez-Pardo leave soon unless they receive an irresistible offer, particularly as their offensive line is set to lose Jonathan David, whose contract is expiring, and Edon Zhegrova, who is available on the market.