Nathan Saliba to Join Villarreal from Anderlecht

Nathan Saliba, a Canadian international midfielder, is transferring to Villarreal, a La Liga club, from Belgian side Anderlecht. The transfer agreement is valued at 15 million euros, approximately $24.2 million CAD, and is subject to a medical examination.

Saliba, 22, is entering his second season with Anderlecht after previously playing three seasons in Major League Soccer with CF Montreal. He has represented Canada 17 times, including three appearances at the recent World Cup, where he scored a goal after replacing an injured teammate.