Barcelona can re-sign former La Masia winger for around 7m as release clause drops after relegation | Barca Universal

RCD Mallorca’s relegation from La Liga has reduced Jan Virgili’s release clause from €30 million to €12 million due to a contract condition. Barcelona sold the former FC Barcelona and La Masia winger to Mallorca for €3.5 million, while retaining 40% of any future transfer fee and securing a right of first refusal. With Barcelona seeking a left-winger, Virgili has been linked as a potential summer target. Because of the retained stake and first refusal rights, Barcelona could potentially re-sign him for a fee close to €7 million. Barcelona also faces uncertainty over a permanent deal for Marcus Rashford due to the €30 million cost. Virgili, aged 19, had a promising 2024/25 season with Mallorca, contributing two goals and six assists in his debut season, and he is familiar with Barcelona’s style.

"Following Mallorca's relegation, SPORT reports that the winger's release clause has dropped dramatically from €30 million to €12 million, thanks to a specific condition included in his contract. this contractual change carries particular significance for Barcelona. Given the club's retained 40 per cent stake in a future sale and their right of first refusal, Barcelona could potentially re-sign him for a fee close to €7 million."

"The Blaugrana have been keeping a close eye on the former La Masia talent after having sold him to Mallorca last summer. The deal was completed for €3.5 million, while Barcelona retained 40 per cent of any future transfer fee and also secured a right of first refusal."

"With Barcelona in the market for a left-winger, Virgili has been touted as a possible target, leading to rumours of a potential return in the summer. Release clause drops With Barcelona in the market for a left-winger, Virgili has been touted as a possible target, leading to rumours of a potential return in the summer."

"Virgili, in that sense, could be a bargain alternative for the Blaugrana. The 19-year-old winger had enjoyed an impressive season in 2024/25 at the club, with the Juvenil A and Barça Atletic teams. In his debut season with Mallorca, the Spanish winger showed a lot of promise, finishing with two goals and six assists."

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