Valencia's three dismissals for January

Valencia is already actively working on the January transfer market exit operation. The sports management has made a firm decision regarding three players who are not part of the plans and who, unless an unexpected turn of events occurs, will leave Mestalla in the coming weeks.

The club's objective is to reduce the wage bill, free up spots, and create space for potential signings. The identified names are clear and correspond to different profiles, although they all share the same reality: they have lost relevance in the project.

Dani Raba, from promising start to dismissal

The first player is Dani Raba. The forward started the season with good feelings, providing mobility, effort, and offensive presence, but his importance diminished as the matchdays progressed. Internal competition and some tactical decisions relegated him to a background role from which he has not recovered.

At 30 years old, Dani Raba still holds value in LaLiga. Valencia believes his cycle is over and will not hinder his departure. All signs point to him finding a destination in the top tier, where several clubs appreciate his experience and ability to adapt to different attacking roles.

Baptista Santamaría set to return to France

Another player on the list is Baptista Santamaría. The French midfielder has had little impact in Valencia's midfield and has not managed to establish himself as a reliable rotation piece. His presence has been minimal, and the coaching staff does not count on him for the second half of the season.

At 30 years old, Baptista Santamaría sees a return to his home country positively. Contacts have already been made from France, and Valencia understands that a departure is the best solution for both parties. The club aims to finalize the deal quickly to free up a spot they consider dispensable.

Eray Cömert and a future away from LaLiga

The third player to be let go is Eray Cömert. The Turkish defender has delivered inconsistent performances since his arrival and has not fully convinced the coaching staff. His defensive ups and downs, along with the lack of continuity, have resulted in the definitive loss of his spot in the rotation.

Unlike the other cases, Eray Cömert is likely to leave LaLiga. The defender has received several offers from abroad, especially from leagues where his physical profile and international experience are highly valued. Valencia sees a permanent sale favorably to bring in some money.

With these three exits underway, Valencia begins a pivotal January to reshape its squad. The cleansing process is already in motion, and at Mestalla, they hope these decisions will result in building a more balanced and competitive team in the second half of the season.