Multiple sources are reporting that Raul Moro has emerged as a transfer target for Villarreal, with the LaLiga side eyeing a move for the Ajax midfielder. Speculation is gathering pace as the club looks to bolster their squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. Villarreal remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. R. Sociedad, Mallorca and CD Leganes continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. So far this season, Villarreal are steady at both ends (1.95 goals scored per game, 1.0 goals conceded per game). The role for Raul Moro would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Ajax continue to be linked with Olexandr Zinchenko, Joao Pedro Chermont Crema and Dennis Geiger while Villarreal are also rumoured to be tracking Mathys Tel. More on this story as it develops. Need more Villarreal transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Villarreal.