Thierno Barry has signed with Everton for 27 million from Villarreal, where he scored 11 goals last season. He signed a four-year contract valid until June 2029. Initially having a release clause of 34.5 million, negotiations resulted in a lower fee. Born in Lyon, Barry's career began in France's lower divisions and ascended through the Belgian second tier and Swiss Super League before moving to Villarreal. At 6ft 5in, his strong performance, including four assists in 38 matches last season, reinforces Everton's attacking options following other departures.
Everton have completed the signing of Thierno Barry from Villarreal for 27m. The France Under-21 striker has signed a four-year contract with the Toffees until the end of June 2029.
Barry had a 34.5m release clause in his Villarreal contract, but Everton negotiated a lower fee for the 22-year-old, who scored 11 goals and provided four assists in 38 games last season.
Only three years ago, he completed his first season of senior football in France's fifth tier before moving to Belgian second-tier side Beveren in July 2022.
The 6ft 5in striker was an instant success, scoring 11 goals to help the Yellow Submarine finish fifth with their high-octane style of play.
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