Getafe are looking forward to Japan international Gaku Shibasaki‘s value to rise during the Copa America tournament, so they can look to sell him for a higher fee in the summer transfer window, Spanish newspaper Marca reported on 26 May.

Shibasaki moved to Getafe in summer 2017 after playing for Tenerife in the second division. He made 22 appearances in his debut LaLiga season last year, but his playing opportunities this season was greatly reduced and he could only finish his second year with seven league games.

According to Marca, Getafe manager Jose Bordalas does not view Shibasaki as an important member of the team and is willing to sell him in the summer “if they receive a good offer”. The Japan international has strong interests in the market, particularly from Germany and Portugal.

Getafe are expecting Shibasaki’s transfer value to go up when he plays in the Copa America this summer. Japan will be represented by predominately young players in the tournament, and as one of the experienced members of the team, Shibasaki is likely to play a central role.

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