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Eric Bailly is set to embark on a new chapter in his career by joining Saudi Pro League newcomers Al Najmah SC, following the end of his contract with Spanish club Villarreal. The Ivorian centre-back, now 31, has opted for the ambitious project in Saudi Arabia despite reported interest from clubs in La Liga and […]
Eric Bailly is currently focused on regaining peak physical condition as he prepares to embark on the next chapter of his professional career. Unattached for over a week, the Ivorian international is putting in the work behind the scenes while weighing his options across several potential destinations. After parting ways with his previous club, Bailly […]
Trabzonspor are among a number of clubs monitoring Eric Bailly, with the Ivorian defender expected to leave Villarreal when his contract expires on 30 June 2025. The 31-year-old centre-back has decided not to renew his deal with the La Liga side, prompting interest from across Europe and beyond as the summer transfer window gathers pace. […]
Eric Bailly is attracting renewed attention on the transfer market as the Ivorian centre-back prepares to become a free agent on July 1, following Villarreal’s decision not to renew his contract. With his availability not tied to a transfer fee, several clubs have shown early interest in the 31-year-old defender, whose experience across Europe’s top […]
Éric Bailly is attracting interest from Espanyol Barcelona as his contract with Villarreal nears its end. The 31-year-old Ivorian international, who began his professional career at Espanyol, could make a return to the club where it all started. After leaving Manchester United in 2022, Bailly has played in several leagues including England, France, and Turkey. […]
Éric Bailly’s return to Villarreal has followed a sadly familiar script — early promise overshadowed by injury, limited game time, and growing uncertainty over his future at the club. When the Ivorian centre-back rejoined Villarreal in the summer of 2024, there was cautious optimism surrounding his homecoming. After an underwhelming spell at Olympique de Marseille […]
Villarreal’s Ivorian defender Eric Bailly is enduring a challenging spell, having played just one minute in the club’s last nine matches, raising concerns over his future with the team. A sharp decline in playing time After making a promising return to the Spanish side, Bailly initially played a key role in Villarreal’s defense. However, in […]
