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Nobody expected it and the announcement came out of nowhere. Announced very close to Chelsea who had to pay 45 million to afford him, the young Atletico player, Samu Omorodion, finally signed with FC Porto. The Portuguese club announced the transfer during the night. “The former Atletico Madrid striker, 20, signs until 2029. Samu Omorodion is the first reinforcement of Porto’s players for the 2024/25 season. Just became an Olympic champion with the Spanish national team”we can read in particular in the club’s press release.
Author of 9 goals in 36 games on loan with Alavès last season, the 20-year-old Spanish striker was bought for 15 million by Porto from Atlético de Madrid. But this sum only corresponds to 50% of the player’s rights. The press release also explains that Porto can buy back up to 80% of the player’s rights for 25 million in total. While his clause is set at 100 million, he signed a 5-year contract.
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