Maffeo's move to Valencia is reportedly due to his desire to return to Spanish football. The player's arrival is a welcome boost for the club, which was searching for a natural right-back ahead of their La Liga debut. Maffeo's performances in Mallorca, where he earned a call-up to the Argentina national team, have been impressive. His arrival in Valencia is expected to strengthen the team's defence.
Maffeo has been involved in a high-profile rivalry with Vinicius, a player he has clashed with on several occasions. The two players have exchanged insults and had several confrontations on the pitch. Despite the tension between them, Maffeo has stated his willingness to engage in a boxing match with Vinicius. Maffeo will join Valencia after several friendly matches and a Champions League qualifying match with Olympiacos. His loan deal is expected to provide a much-needed boost to the team's defence, and his arrival is a significant coup for the club.