
Girassi and the Release Clause: A More Realistic Option for Barcelona
The German newspaper 'Bild' reported that Guinean striker Serhou Girassi, a player for Borussia Dortmund, has a release clause that allows him to move to major clubs like Barcelona or Real Madrid at a more favorable price.
The newspaper explained that Girassi, who is 29 years old and has a contract running until 2028, was previously valued at around 100 million euros, making it difficult for Barcelona to sign him due to the club's financial circumstances.
However, the new provisions have reduced the release clause value to 65 million euros, making the deal more feasible.
The report noted that Barcelona's interest in Girassi coincides with uncertainty surrounding the future of Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, who will become a free agent on June 30, 2026, after automatically triggering an additional season, which enhances the need to explore new attacking options.
The newspaper pointed out that coach Hans Flick closely witnessed Girassi's capabilities last season when he scored a hat-trick in the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals against Barcelona, after the first leg ended in favor of the Catalan team 4-0.
These factors indicate that Girassi has become a realistic option to strengthen Barcelona's attack next season, with a clear release clause allowing the Catalan club to negotiate the deal.
The newspaper explained that Girassi, who is 29 years old and has a contract running until 2028, was previously valued at around 100 million euros, making it difficult for Barcelona to sign him due to the club's financial circumstances.
However, the new provisions have reduced the release clause value to 65 million euros, making the deal more feasible.
The report noted that Barcelona's interest in Girassi coincides with uncertainty surrounding the future of Polish striker Robert Lewandowski, who will become a free agent on June 30, 2026, after automatically triggering an additional season, which enhances the need to explore new attacking options.
The newspaper pointed out that coach Hans Flick closely witnessed Girassi's capabilities last season when he scored a hat-trick in the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals against Barcelona, after the first leg ended in favor of the Catalan team 4-0.
These factors indicate that Girassi has become a realistic option to strengthen Barcelona's attack next season, with a clear release clause allowing the Catalan club to negotiate the deal.