Spanish media reports have revealed that Valencia CF is aiming to strengthen the goalkeeper position for the upcoming season, with Egyptian international goalkeeper Mustafa Shobier being a primary option for the team. This move is part of a plan to reorganize the club's goalkeeping department. According to Estadio Deportivo, Valencia's management has decided not to activate the option to buy goalkeeper Julián Araízabal from Athletic Bilbao for €12 million, meaning the player will return to his original club. Meanwhile, the current goalkeeper, Stole Dimitrievski, will have his contract renewed to become the team's cornerstone. At the same time, the club is searching for an additional goalkeeper with specific qualities, and Shobier's name has emerged as a suitable option that aligns with the administration's financial austerity policy. Channel 'On Time Sports' reported that Valencia is closely monitoring Shobier, especially after his standout performance in the recent friendly match against the Spanish national team, where he kept a clean sheet with his heroic saves, earning him attention from European clubs. This interest comes amid the transfer window, as Shobier's contract with Al Ahly Club is set to expire on June 30, 2027, prompting the Egyptian club's management to market him early to avoid a free transfer, given his current performance level qualifies him for a professional career in Europe. It is worth noting that Shobier has also been offered to other Spanish clubs like Getafe and Almería, but Valencia's interest appears to be the most serious to replace Araízabál and complete the squad with additional local goalkeepers such as Sifera and Escandell.
