Rayo Vallecano considers denouncing Chelsea to FIFA over irregular contacts
Rayo Vallecano has hardened its stance on the future of Pep Chavarría and is considering filing a complaint with FIFA against Chelsea. The Madrid-based club believes that the English entity may have maintained contact with the left-back while still under contract, a situation that, if confirmed, could violate international transfer regulations.
Why is this important for Rayo Vallecano?
The club's position is reinforced by the recent renewal of the left-back, who extended his contract until 2030 just last year. With this move, Rayo secured one of the standout players from last season, following a similar strategy used with other key players in the squad.
What's next?
The president of Rayo, Martín Presa, maintains a firm position regarding the player's future. The entity is not willing to negotiate below the 50 million euros set in Chavarría's release clause, a sum that they consider non-negotiable to allow his departure during this transfer market. Over the past few weeks, various figures have emerged regarding Chelsea's offers. While some information pointed to a proposal close to nine million euros plus variables, others raised the offer to 15 million. In any case, Rayo rejected both options, considering them far from the club's economic expectations.
What does this mean for the player's future?
The possibility of taking the matter to FIFA represents a new step in defending the interests of the red-and-white team. The board understands that, if irregular contacts with a player under contract without the corresponding authorization are demonstrated, there may be sufficient grounds to initiate formal actions against Chelsea. For now, Rayo Vallecano's message is clear: Pep Chavarría is not for sale unless a club pays the full amount of his release clause. As the market continues to move forward, the left-back remains part of Beñat San José's plans and is shaping up to be an important piece for the upcoming 2026-27 season.
