As Nico Gonzalez closes in on his transfer from Barcelona to FC Porto, Mundo Deportivo’s Roger Torello has shed light on the economics involved in the operation.
Nico’s transfer to Porto has been in the works for some time now and a general agreement was understood to be reached last week itself.
But the two clubs were ironing out the final specifics of the operation, which now appear to have been dealt with.
Barcelona to pocket €11 million from sale
Nico, who spent the last season away on loan at Valencia, was always bound for an exit as there was no space in Xavi’s squad for him.
There was interest from Real Betis as well, but as soon as Porto came calling, a move to Portugal became the likeliest option due to their presence in the UEFA Champions League.
And, as per the report, Barcelona will be receiving a transfer fee of €11 million for the sale of Nico to Porto, with the move set to be completed tomorrow.
The 21-year-old La Masia graduate will be signing a four-year contract until the summer of 2027 with the Portuguese giants after agreeing to a pay cut proposed by his soon-to-be new club.
Given that he is a homegrown player, a large part of his transfer fee can be chalked down as net profit, which will help Barcelona in their bid to achieve Fair Play.
A buyback clause of €15 million included
One of the key conditions for Barcelona to sanction the transfer was that they wished to retain some control over Nico’s future by inserting a repurchase clause.
While Porto were initially against such a move, they have now relented and agreed to a buyback clause worth €15 million, which Barcelona can trigger to re-sign their academy graduate.
Barcelona’s sporting directors believe in the young midfielder’s qualities and potential and were insistent on the repurchase option.
And should they feel that Nico is fully prepared to return and become an important part of the team in the future, the Catalans will consider activating that clause.
