The 29-year-old will remain in the Spanish top-flight to continue his career with Unai Emery's side next season
Villarreal have confirmed the signing of Aissa Mandi on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract at Real Betis.
The Algeria international penned a four-year deal on Wednesday to become the second African in Unai Emery’s team after Nigeria winger Samuel Chukwueze.
Mandi is not new to Spanish football having spent the last five years at Real Betis and he will link up with his new teammates when they Yellow Submarine kick-off their pre-season training on July 20.