Mundo Deportivo provides an update on the transfer situation surrounding Rodrigo Riquelme and his potential involvement in a deal with Villarreal. Rodrigo Riquelme was initially part of the deal for Álex Baena, valued at 15 million euros, to move to Villarreal to reduce the transfer fee. However, Villarreal is now uncertain about including Riquelme and prefers cash.

Mundo Deportivo has reported that Rodrigo Riquelme is on the verge of transferring to Villarreal. It is anticipated that Riquelme will join Villarreal for the next season unless there is a significant change in the ongoing negotiations. The two clubs are in discussions regarding the potential move of Álex Baena to Atlético de Madrid, which could either be a separate transaction or part of a joint agreement involving Riquelme's transfer to Villarreal. Riquelme reportedly favors Villarreal's offer, appreciating the club's style of play under Marcelino García Toral as advantageous. Additionally, Villarreal's participation in the Champions League, a tournament Riquelme has previously competed in with Atlético, is a factor in his preference. The transfer fee is believed to be 15 million euros.

Mundo Deportivo reports on Rodrigo Riquelme's transfer to Villarreal as part of a deal involving Álex Baena moving to Atlético. Rodrigo Riquelme will join Villarreal as part of the transfer involving Álex Baena to Atlético. Riquelme decided to move after being relegated to a secondary role at Atlético. Despite having several offers, he preferred to stay in LaLiga, and Villarreal was his preferred choice.

Mundo Deportivo provides an update on the transfer situation surrounding Rodrigo Riquelme and Álex Baena. Villarreal is currently the frontrunner in securing Rodrigo Riquelme's services, as Atlético is negotiating with them for Álex Baena. Atlético has decided that Riquelme will leave, either through a direct transfer or as part of a deal.