Juan Mata enters new contract talks with Valencia

Juan Mata has opened new contract talks with Valencia.

The exciting Spain international winger already has a deal to 2012 with Los Che, but management want to extend the agreement a further two seasons.

Mata, a former Real Madrid junior, is one of the lowest paid senior players at the club and will demand a significant pay-rise during negotiations.

Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola admitted his admiration for Mata in August.