Barcelona to receive just over €3 million from Álvaro Cortés transfer to Antwerp
FC Barcelona will collect a little more than €3 million as defender Álvaro Cortés moves permanently to Royal Antwerp.
Barcelona’s management has opted to bring in new defensive talent, leading to the departure of young centre-back Álvaro Cortés. The 21-year-old expressed a wish for more first-team opportunities, and Royal Antwerp emerged as the preferred destination, offering him a prominent role for the upcoming season. The two clubs reached an agreement, and the transfer was confirmed on Friday. According to journalist Juli Claramunt of Jijantes, the transaction will add a little more than €3 million to Barcelona’s finances.
The move reflects Barcelona’s strategy of reshaping its back line while generating modest revenue from a youth sale. Conor Laird of GSFN noted the significance of the fee in the context of the club’s broader transfer activities.
Why it matters
The deal highlights Barcelona's modest earnings from a youth player as they revamp their defensive roster.
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