Marca reported that Villarreal submitted a proposal of 12 million euros for Rubén Vargas during the past summer. Sevilla rejected the offer, as they were convinced at that time that the player had a higher valuation.

According to AS, Villarreal pursued Rubén Vargas and faced challenges securing his transfer from Sevilla. Villarreal wanted Rubén Vargas and the player wanted to go to Villarreal, but the offer was not sufficient for Sevilla. The coach at the time, Matías Almeyda, prioritized the Swiss winger's continuity. In the summer, Villarreal made an offer for less than 10 million euros and later raised it to slightly more than that amount, but Sevilla did not accept it and Vargas stayed in Nervión. Villarreal was willing to try again in January and Sevilla was much more open to a sale, but Vargas returned to play on January 12, relapsed after eight minutes on the field, and was out for another two months, which prevented any possibility of a sale.

Sevilla negotiated with Villarreal during the past summer for the sale of Rubén Vargas, a 27-year-old Swiss international winger. The player was again considered a candidate for a possible transfer, but a new injury may have prevented his departure from the club, which viewed him as one of its sellable assets. An offer of €15 million from Villarreal in August 2025 was reportedly rejected. Vargas has 58 caps for his country and has contributed 3 goals and 4 assists in 13 LaLiga appearances this season. He has recently been linked with several Premier League clubs. Leeds United were reportedly preparing a €20 million offer for the player in December 2025. His current Transfermarkt market value is €12.00m and he is under contract until 2029.