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BBC News
3 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Why are 1bn euro release clauses becoming more common?
In recent years, high release clauses have become more common as a way for teams to prevent their players from joining other clubs during transfer in Spain are required to have a release clause as per the country's laws, and they are agreed as part of contract negotiations.A high - potentially unreachable - release clause gives clubs more security over a player's future for the duration of their contract, or until a new deal is this week, Barcelona announced that teenage attacker Lamine Yamal has a release clause of 1bn euros (£840m) in his new defender Trent Alexander-Arnold, who will join Real Madrid on a on a six-year deal on Sunday, has the same the time of writing, 12 Real Madrid or Barcelona players have a 1bn euro release clause - Real's Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, Vinicius Jr, Eduardo Camavinga, Rodrygo and Alexander-Arnold, plus Barca's Ansu Fati, Pedri, Gavi, Ferran Torres, and Jules Kounde and Araujo's Barca contract has the same clause, but it reduces dramatically to 65m euros in the summer window, before rising to 80m euros in January release clauses can be high, teams are still able to meet 2017, Paris St-Germain paid Barcelona forward Neymar Jr's release clause which was a then world record 222m euros (£200m).It is suspected release clauses in Spain have risen in recent years because of the fees some Saudi Arabian clubs have been able to pay. How do release clauses work? A release clause is a specific amount written into a player's contract which has to be met by a potential buying the clause is triggered, the club must allow the player to discuss a potential transfer. They are not obliged to move if personal terms are not agreed.A release clause is agreed by the player, a player's representatives and the club when negotiating a article is the latest from BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team. What is Ask Me Anything? Ask Me Anything is a service dedicated to answering your want to reward your time by telling you things you do not know and reminding you of things you team will find out everything you need to know and be able to call upon a network of contacts including our experts and will be answering your questions from the heart of the BBC Sport newsroom, and going behind the scenes at some of the world's biggest sporting coverage will span the BBC Sport website, app, social media and YouTube accounts, plus BBC TV and radio. More questions answered... Who has qualified for the 2025-26 Champions League?When are the 2025-26 Premier League fixtures released?Match of the Day - your questions answered
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Viktor Gyokeres transfer news – next club odds: Arsenal and Chelsea lead Man Utd for Sporting star
ARSENAL and Chelsea head the betting markets to be the next club of Swedish sensation Viktor Gyokeres. The Sporting striker is hot property after another dazzling season in front of goal, with the Gunners leading the way for his signature as they finally look to sort their centre forward woes. Gyokeres, 26, averaged MORE than a goal per game across all competitions this season, notching a huge 54 goals in 52 games. The latest terrific season took his Sporting tally to 97 goals in 102 games in the green and white hoops, since his £24million move from Coventry in the summer of 2023. Perhaps most notably is his six goals in eight games in the Champions League, plus five scored in nine Europa League appearances, showing he can do it on the biggest stage. Sporting vice-president Francisco Salgado Zenha says the club ARE willing to listen to offers for their star man but insists they will only sell if the price is right. He said: 'He has three more years on his contract. At the moment there are no offers, he has three more years on his contract. "I think the answer has been given. We want to keep the best players and retain talent. Viktor Gyokeres next club odds Odds from bet365 Arsenal 11/10 Chelsea 2/1 Atletico Madrid 8/1 Liverpool 8/1 Juventus 10/1 Man Utd 10/1 Barcelona 10/1 Sporting 12/1 PSG 25/1 Napoli 25/1 33/1 bar 'Coincidence or not, we have not had to sell any players in those times. Not that we have not received offers, but the market is not under our control, we are always dependent.' , while contract offers have been sent to his agent after meeting at the women's Champions League final last weekend. Whether that's true or not, the Gunners are desperate for a goalscoring number nine if they're to be taken seriously as contenders for ANY trophy next season. And the bookmakers fancy them to get this one over the line, with bet365 pricing them up as the 11/10 market leaders to be his club after the summer. While Chelsea - who themselves have issues at centre forward - aren't a million miles behind as the 2/1 second favourites. Atletico Madrid and Liverpool are then back on 8/1, with Juventus, Man Utd and Barcelona at 10s. A move certainly seems inevitable this summer, so much so he's a massive 12/1 to remain at Sporting beyond the summer window! Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chase their losses Doesn't gamble if they're upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – GambleAware – For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites. *18+. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply.
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Frenkie de Jong at risk of Barcelona summer exit
Barcelona need to sell this summer in order to bring in their desired signings, and there is chance for a major departure. Ronald Araujo could go, as could Frenkie de Jong – despite the fact that he has appeared destined to remain in Catalonia for at least one more season. De Jong is out of contract in 2026, and as such, Barcelona have made moves to agree a new deal to ensure that he cannot leave for free at the end of the season. But despite previous optimism, things are not looking so clear now. Frenkie de Jong contract situation has stagnated As reported by Relevo, there has been no movement on de Jong's contract situation of late. And as a result, there are now more chances for him to leave Barcelona during the summer transfer window. Image via EFE Barcelona are not actively looking to sell de Jong, but they are open to a deal if it is favourable in a financial sense. And there is chances for this to happen, with the report noting that there are several clubs keeping tabs on the situation. Barcelona prepared to overrule Hansi Flick with possible sale Things with de Jong had looked promising due to his resurgence in 2025, with him having established himself as a regular starter again. Hansi Flick has been delighted with the Netherlands international, but despite the fact that he would not welcome a sale, Barcelona are prepared to overrule their manager if a good offer arrives. It will be very interesting to see how things play out with de Jong over the summer. If he does not sign a new contract in the next couple of months, the chances of him leaving on a free in 2026 would increase significantly. And this possibility is one that would be a disaster for the La Liga champions.
BBC News
22-05-2025
- Business
- BBC News
'Thinking the unthinkable is part of the plan'
It is impossible to imagine what state Manchester United would be in now without Bruno Fernandes. Relegation might have been a real Amorim has also said he wants to keep his best players and Fernandes is one of Amorim said the club had to be "brave" when it came to assessing future is at his peak. But United need to manipulate their finances to build something for the future. Thinking the unthinkable is part of the exit - given clear interest in him elsewhere - might have to be part of that.
BBC News
21-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Hibs want Triantis back on loan or for transfer fee
Hibernian sporting director Malky Mackay says the Scottish Premiership club are open to either taking Nectarios Triantis back on loan or paying a transfer fee but are waiting on Sunderland to decide what they want to do with the 22-year-old midfielder. (Edinburgh Evening News), externalRead Wednesday's Scottish Gossip in full.
