Valencia CF and their homegrown midfield prodigy, Javi Guerra, have taken a significant step in securing the club’s future identity.
On August 9, the 22-year-old midfielder put pen to paper on a new contract extending his stay until the summer of 2029, a move that underlines his growing importance to the squad and cements his role in the club’s long-term project.
Born in Gilet in Valencia province, Guerra honed his skills in Villarreal’s youth academy before switching to Valencia’s system in 2019.
He made his first-team debut in 2022 during a Copa del Rey match and quickly became a pivotal figure in the team’s survival bid that same season, delivering a dramatic late equalizer against Valladolid that helped spark the club’s resurgence.
Since then, Guerra has been a fixture in the squad, racking up 89 appearances across all competitions. His influence only intensified with the arrival of coach Carlos Corberán, who has integrated him as a linchpin in the midfield.
Official statements from Valencia highlight that this renewal “consolidates his identification with this new stage of the project,” reaffirming a mutual commitment between player and club.
Notably, the agreement reportedly includes a substantial increase in salary—tripling his previous earnings—with a progressive scale that rewards both long-term loyalty and performance.
This announcement concludes a period of uncertainty that saw Guerra attract interest from major European clubs, including Manchester United and AC Milan.
Earlier this summer, reports indicated that United were poised to submit a bid, and that Guerra had shown interest in leaving. With this new deal, however, Valencia has firmly shut the door on high-profile departures.
The timing of the announcement comes during a broader push by Valencia to retain its promising academy products.
Alongside Guerra, César Tárrega has extended his contract to 2030, while Diego López is also close to finalizing an agreement lasting until 2029. This wave of renewals underscores the project’s emphasis on continuity and identity.