Barcelona 22-year-old forward’s release clause set at €100 million

Barcelona’s summer signing, Pau Victor, reportedly has a release clause worth €100 million in his contract, as revealed by journalist Gabriel Sans via Mundo Deportivo. 

It must be noted that the 22-year-old forward joined the Catalan club from Girona during the recent transfer window, signing a deal that will keep him at the club until 2029. 

However, while the club shared the details regarding the contract duration, they did not initially reveal the financial terms surrounding his release clause. 

Barcelona paid Girona a transfer fee of €2.5 million for the forward, with the possibility of further add-ons based on performance-related variables. 

The specifics of these variables were not disclosed, but the €100 million release clause now puts the player in a strong position within the squad. 

This clause would act as a deterrent to any potential suitors, ensuring that the club can maintain control over the player’s future for the next several seasons.

History of exit clauses at Barcelona

Pau Victor has a contract until 2029. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

It is worth noting that this high release clause follows a trend at Barcelona in recent times. For example, the club recently upgraded Marc Bernal’s contract, securing him with a €500 million release clause. 

Similarly, Dani Olmo, another key summer signing, was given the same protection. In Victor’s case, his clause is set at €100 million, which matches the figure assigned to Casado when he extended his contract earlier this season.

The use of such significant release clauses is a strategy Barcelona have employed to safeguard their talented players from being easily poached by other clubs. 

It signals the club’s faith in Victor’s potential and importance to the team’s long-term plans. By securing his future with a hefty release clause, Barcelona ensure they have significant leverage in any potential future negotiations.