Dani Parejo open to Valencia CF return: «The club is the club

Dani Parejo open to Valencia CF return: «The club is the club»
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EXCERPT: The veteran midfielder, after six successful seasons at Villarreal, has not ruled out a sensational return to his former club, Valencia CF, stating he would «have to think about it» if the opportunity arose.
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The seasoned midfielder Dani Parejo has concluded his six-year tenure at Villarreal CF, etching his name as a legend for the Yellow Submarine. Despite leaving the club, Parejo, at 37 years old, has no immediate plans to retire and is looking to continue his playing career. While happily settled in Valencia with his family, the former Villarreal captain has not closed the door on a potential return to Valencia CF, the club where he previously spent nine formative years.

Parejo addressed the possibility of rejoining Valencia CF this summer, a club still under the ownership of Peter Lim, in an interview with Cadena Ser’s ‘El Larguero’.

Future Prospects

Parejo made it clear that he still feels «capable of continuing to play.» He admitted to having hoped to extend his stay at Villarreal for another year and is now taking time to reflect on his options with his family. «I have 3 children, I have lived in Valencia for 15 years, they are very rooted here, and I would like to play, but I have to rest and think with my wife and choose if an ideal place that I like comes up. The club, its style of play, and a city that is comfortable for my family, I would be delighted,» he explained. He also acknowledged the possibility of not playing if no suitable opportunity arises, though he believes he will have options to continue.

A Nostalgic Consideration

When directly asked by Manu Carreño if he would consider a return to Valencia CF, Parejo’s response highlighted the deep affection and respect he holds for the Mestalla club. «I’ve been here fifteen years, I have many friends from Valencia who have told me that ‘you have to come here to play’, ‘that you are one of us’… Look, Valencia has been my life, I played there for 9 years, I managed to win a title, and the most beautiful thing in life is what you leave behind and how people treat you. I walk down the street in Valencia and people love me, they love me very much, and for me, that is the most beautiful thing, what you leave behind and how other people see you. For me, it’s an honor… if the opportunity arises, I would have to think about it and value everything, but Valencia is one of the best clubs in Europe, it has an incredible fanbase, the history and the titles it has are there… Valencia is Valencia,» he stated emphatically.

Humor Amidst Challenges

Carreño humorously followed up by asking if money was no object, to which Parejo responded with a jest about the current cost of living. «Clearly, I’ll also tell you something, that it doesn’t cost me to pay… that life is very expensive, the children, gasoline is through the roof…!» he joked. This lightheartedness underscores Parejo’s enduring sense of humor and his strong connection to Valencia, even in the face of past difficulties with the club’s ownership.

Datos clave

This development is significant for Football Español readers as it touches upon the potential future of a prominent figure in Spanish football. Parejo’s legacy at both Valencia and Villarreal makes any talk of his next move a matter of considerable interest, particularly if it involves a return to a club with such a rich history and passionate fanbase. His openness to rejoining Valencia CF, despite past challenges, speaks volumes about the enduring bond between the player and the club.

Fuente: Superdeporte.es – https://www.superdeporte.es/valencia-cf/2026/05/27/volverias-jugar-valencia-cf-dani-laliga-mercado-fichajes-130699580.html