The 23-year-old defender has been linked with a move to England's top flight, but he is expected to move to Spain instead
Sporting CP star Ruben Semedo has decided on a move to La Liga, the player's agent has confirmed.
The 23-year-old has been heavily linked with Villarreal and Premier League sides Newcastle United and Southampton in recent weeks.
It was reported in England and Portugal that Newcastle were firm favourites to sign the centre-back in a £15million deal, but grew frustrated with Sporting's demands for a significant sell-on clause.
Although he did not name Villarreal as the destination, his representative has now claimed that Semedo has his heart set on a move to Spain's top flight.