Barcelona are determined to raise funds this summer, as they keep trying to improve their financial situation. The €62m signing of Dani Olmo will be closed in the next 24 hours, and money is needed to balance the books – they will receive some from the impending sale of Julian Araujo, but more is needed.
The good news for Barcelona is that they will be receiving funds from Nice’s sale of Jean-Clair Todibo, for whom they have a 20% sell-on clause. As per Fabrizio Romano, West Ham United have agreed a deal for the French defender that is worth up to €40m.
🚨⚒️ EXCLUSIVE: West Ham director Tim Steidten travels to Nice as #WHUFC are hijacking Jean-Clair Todibo deal!
Juventus in talks for weeks but no green light from Nice.
Agreement West Ham-Nice now DONE for €40m plus sell-on clause.
West Ham trying to book medical on Friday! pic.twitter.com/a9M2vgfb1i
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 8, 2024
However, it’s not confirmed yet, as Todibo has not given the green light for a deal to take place. He’s been prioritising a move to Juventus, but West Ham have now moved ahead in the race at this stage.
Furthermore, Barcelona would not receive the money now. West Ham’s deal for Todibo is an initial loan with an obligation to buy for €40m. The Catalans would receive €8m if it’s completed, but not until next summer.
How much (percentage-wise) in corporate tax are Barcelona paying for these “player sales?” Just curious. Anyone?