Kinarykin explained why he moved to Villarreal.
23.07.2025
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Shostal Oleksandr
23.07.2025
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Former goalkeeper of Lviv's 'Karpaty', Yakiv Kinarykin, spoke about his transfer to Spanish 'Villarreal'. He admitted that this move came as a surprise and was not planned in advance.
In an interview with 'Football 24', the footballer stated that he initially wanted to stay in Ukraine.
Reason for moving to Spain
The player's father arranged contact with the Spanish club, but Kinarykin did not specify the details of the negotiations. He emphasized that the offer for cooperation only came from 'Villarreal', other talks about possible transfers were not confirmed.
The goalkeeper will begin his journey at 'Villarreal B' with the goal of adapting and gradually advancing to the first team, becoming part of a great football project.
After disclosing some details of Yakiv Kinarykin's transfer to the Spanish club 'Villarreal', it became known that this step was not planned in advance. The player initially intended to stay in Ukraine, but thanks to the initiative of 'Villarreal', he decided to try his luck at the new club. Now he aims to progress from 'Villarreal B' to the main squad, hoping to become part of a successful football project.Read also
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