# Valencia CF defensive transfer negotiations > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/valencia-cf-defensive-transfer-negotiations > Updated: 2026-08-25T08:22:18.000Z. Sources: 34. Developments: 8. Valencia CF continues to navigate complex transfer negotiations to address defensive deficiencies. The pursuit of Girona’s Arnau Martínez remains a central focus; while personal terms for a five-year contract have been agreed upon, negotiations have fluctuated. Girona initially sought a price near his €8 million release clause, preferring a higher fixed amount over structures based on future sale percentages. Martínez was included in Girona’s league opener against Leganés while a deal remained pending. Recent reports suggest negotiations are in the final stages for a fee estimated at approximately €6 million, comprising both fixed and variable components. To bolster the squad, Valencia has signed 18-year-old Venezuelan defender Román Davis on loan from Universidad Central de Venezuela, with an option to purchase for roughly €250,000. The club is also nearing a deal for Pablo Maffeo on loan from Olympiacos, which includes a €3 million non-mandatory purchase option. These moves aim to provide depth for manager Carlos Corberán, who values Martínez’s versatility as both a right-back and center-back. On the pitch, preseason results have been mixed, though a 2-0 victory against Hércules provided some momentum, and Jesús Vázquez has emerged as a versatile flank option. Off the pitch, the ‘Mestalla és Etern’ campaign continues to honor the stadium's history during its final season at the current venue. Meanwhile, Opta supercomputer simulations place Valencia’s chances of qualifying for European competitions at 17.7%. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-25: Valencia CF nears deal for Girona's Arnau Martínez Valencia CF is close to signing Girona FC's Arnau Martínez on a five-year deal in a transfer worth approximately 6 million euros. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-cf-nears-deal-for-gironas-arnau-martnez ### 2026-08-17: Valencia CF pursues transfers and stadium tributes Valencia CF is finalizing a loan for Pablo Maffeo and negotiating for Arnau Martínez while launching a commemorative art campaign for the Mestalla stadium ahead of the new La Liga season. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-cf-negotiates-for-girona-defender-arnau-martnez ### 2026-08-15: Arnau Martínez remains with Girona amid Valencia CF transfer talks Arnau Martínez is set to start for Girona FC against Leganés despite a pending transfer agreement with Valencia CF, as clubs continue to negotiate financial terms. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arnau-martnez-remains-with-girona-amid-valencia-cf-transfer-talks ### 2026-08-14: Valencia CF signs Venezuelan defender Román Davis Spanish club Valencia CF has signed 18-year-old Venezuelan right-back Román Davis on loan from UCV FC, with an option to buy for approximately 250,000 euros. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-cf-signs-venezuelan-defender-romn-davis ### 2026-08-12: Valencia CF intensifies transfer activity and preseason preparations Valencia CF has signed Venezuelan defender Román Davis and is negotiating for Girona's Arnau Martínez to bolster its defense ahead of the new season. 10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-cf-pursues-girona-defender-arnau-martnez ### 2026-08-10: Valencia CF seeks urgent defensive signings ahead of LaLiga Valencia CF seeks urgent defensive reinforcements, specifically a right-back, following an inconsistent preseason and a defeat to Newcastle ahead of the new LaLiga campaign. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-cf-seeks-urgent-defensive-signings-ahead-of-laliga ### 2026-08-09: Spanish football clubs intensify summer transfer market activity Spanish clubs are active in the transfer market, with Valencia CF pursuing Arnau Martínez and Real Oviedo securing Carlos Domínguez and Kevin Lomónaco to strengthen their defenses. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-cf-pursues-gironas-arnau-martnez-for-defensive-reinforcement ### 2026-08-07: Valencia CF struggles with €6 million demand for Arnau Martínez and seeks new central defender Valencia CF, limited by a tight budget after relegation, aims to meet a €6 million fee for Arnau Martínez and urgently needs a new central defender as the transfer window closes. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valencia-cf-struggles-with-6-million-demand-for-arnau-martnez-and-seeks-new-central-defender --- Cite as: Valencia CF defensive transfer negotiations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/valencia-cf-defensive-transfer-negotiations