#release-clause

#release-clause

FC Barcelona are pretty much guaranteed to enter the market for a new centre-forward in the summer of 2026. After all, Robert Lewandowski's contract expires at the end of the season, and there appear to be no plans for a renewal at the moment. Julian Alvarez is seen as the dream target by the Catalans, but a transfer appears impossible, given the club's finances as well as Atletico Madrid's stance on their star forward's future.

What I wanted to add to you guys is that I told you my information is that Liverpool are very interested in this case, in this situation, and they are. Because my understanding is that Liverpool already took some information on the structure of his clause, as I told you, £60million plus £5m in add-ons, but Liverpool also wanted to be informed

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Georges Mikautadze from Villarreal and are currently preparing an offer worth around €50million for his services. It is the amount believed to be set by the release clause in his contract, valid until 2031. Spurs boss Thomas Frank has a total of four strikers at his disposal, but numerous sources claim he is not happy with that section of the squad.

"The board of Maritimo, Madeira can confirm that Vitor Matos will continue at the club, despite interest from other institutions," said a statement on the Portuguese second-tier club's website. "President Carlos Andre Gomes recognises the external attention generated by the quality of the manager's work but assures that the club's rights are protected. "The club considers it natural for there to be interest in Vitor Matos, and highlights the excellence of his work and his own satisfaction with the project.

Some of the Premier League's biggest clubs are closely tracking the progress of Eintracht Frankfurt left-back Nathaniel Brown, according to TEAMtalk. Arsenal, Manchester City, Manchester United and Newcastle United have all been monitoring the 22-year-old, whose rapid rise in the Bundesliga has turned him into one of Europe's most sought-after young defenders. Brown made his senior debut for Germany in October, a milestone that significantly boosted his valuation and increased interest from abroad.

"Julian Alvarez is an Atleti player and will remain an Atleti player, I have no doubt about it," Cerezo said, as quoted by Mundo Deportivo. Alvarez has a contract with Atletico Madrid until 2030 and a release clause of €500 million. He is an integral part of Diego Simeone's plans for the team and has been delivering consistently on the pitch.