Villarreal could part with 23-goal Alexander Sorloth as the Serie A giants make the opening move

Villarreal have had a massive upward trajectory in 2024, and were one of the form teams in La Liga in the final weeks of last season. Things began to click under manager Marcelino Garcia Toral, and a key reason for this was the form of Alexander Sorloth, who missed out on the Pichichi Trophy.

Sorloth scored 23 goals in La Liga, finishing agonizingly behind Girona's Artem Dovbyk (24). Villarreal will be hoping he continues in good form for next season as they aim for a return to the European places. In any case, there is a chance that it is not at Ceramica at all, with a possible summer transfer.

Atletico Madrid were linked with Sorloth a few weeks ago, but it is now Roma who seem more likely to sign him. According to ReliefInitial talks have already taken place between Villarreal and the Serie A giants, who are currently unwilling to meet the €35 million asking price set for the Norwegian striker.

Villarreal are expected to make a big sale this summer, and Sorloth is a candidate. A move to Rome is possible, with negotiations expected to continue in the coming weeks.