Barcelona Will Not Exercise Buy Option on Loaned Player
Barcelona has decided against paying a €30 million clause to complete the permanent transfer of a player currently on loan. The player is expected to return to the originating club, though further discussions remain possible.
espn.co.ukBarcelona will not pay the €30 million buy option for the player on loan from another club, according to a report posted by @FabrizioRomano. The clause is set to expire in five days. The player is now scheduled to return to the club that holds his registration. Barcelona officials have indicated they remain open to alternative arrangements, including another loan agreement.
The same report stated that Barcelona would be willing to reopen talks if the registering club agrees to further negotiations. No timeline for any renewed discussions was provided.
