Andrei Ratiu has become a target for Villarreal, which owns 50% of his rights, potentially giving them an advantage in negotiations. Ratiu's contract with Rayo Vallecano includes a release clause of 25 million euros and is set to expire in 2028. The club is finding it challenging to retain him due to interest from top-tier clubs. Several of Europe's elite teams, such as Barcelona, Atlético de Madrid, and Roma, are also competing for the talented right-back, intensifying the competition for his signature. Ratiu's impressive performances in LaLiga have increased his desirability, and as the winter transfer market approaches, the race to secure his services is anticipated to become even more intense.