Carlos Vicente nears Birmingham switch as Alavés eye Ángel Pérez
Alavés winger set for £8m Championship move with medical imminent, while the Basque club targets SD Huesca's Ángel Pérez as replacement
Alavés star Carlos Vicente is on the brink of swapping sunny Spain for the West Midlands in a deal worth approximately €8 million, with the Championship side Birmingham City closing in on his signature.
Deal in final stages
The negotiations between Birmingham and Deportivo Alavés have entered the final phase, with both clubs hammering out the last details of an agreement that would provide a significant financial boost to the Vitoria-based outfit during this winter transfer window. The Spanish winger is reportedly ready to hop on a plane to England in the coming hours to complete his medical and finalize the paperwork.
This potential transfer couldn’t come at a better time for Vicente, who’s been absolutely mustard this season at Mendizorroza. The 26-year-old is enjoying his most productive campaign since joining Alavés, with impressive goal and assist numbers that have put him in the shop window for clubs across Europe.
Championship challenge awaits
While several clubs have shown interest in the talented Spaniard, Birmingham have been the most decisive in their pursuit, effectively securing his signature. Vicente himself is keen on testing his abilities in English football and joining an ambitious project in the Championship.
A three-and-a-half-year contract awaits him at Birmingham, where he’s expected to become a key figure in the club’s sporting aspirations. The significant investment from the English side demonstrates their confidence in Vicente’s potential and his ability to adapt to the more physical and intense style of football in England.
Alavés planning ahead
For Alavés, while losing a fundamental player is a blow, the financial injection will be crucial for strengthening their squad for the second half of the season. Barring any unexpected developments, Vicente’s next step will be traveling for his medical examination and putting pen to paper on his new contract.
His recent farewell at Mendizorroza offered clear hints of an imminent departure, as he left the pitch to a standing ovation from the fans after another stellar performance. All signs point to St Andrew’s being his next destination, where he’ll look to continue his development away from La Liga.
Replacement lined up
Meanwhile, Alavés aren’t wasting any time in finding a replacement, with negotiations already underway for SD Huesca’s Ángel Pérez to fill the void left by Vicente’s departure.