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Áron Yaakobishvili set for €2-3 million move to UD Almeria

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 12:20 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Áron Yaakobishvili set for €2-3 million move to UD Almeria

Summary

FC Barcelona goalkeeper Áron Yaakobishvili, 20, is nearing a transfer to UD Almeria for €2-3 million. The deal will allow Barcelona to retain 50-60% of his rights. Yaakobishvili seeks more playing time after returning from a loan at Andorra, where he was a regular starter. Barcelona's plans for goalkeeping involve potential competition between Iker Rodriguez and Eder Aller for their third goalkeeper role as the club prepares for the upcoming season. Yaakobishvili’s decision reflects his desire for consistent minutes with Almeria as they aim to return to the top flight.

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•Yaakobishvili is 20 years old and a La Masia graduate.
•Almeria will pay between €2 million and €3 million for the goalkeeper.
•Barcelona retains 50-60% of Yaakobishvili's rights.
•He prefers playing time over being the third goalkeeper at Barcelona.
•Yaakobishvili had a significant loan spell at Andorra before this decision.

Latest Updates

12:20 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona youngster set to join Spanish club in €2-3 million permanent transfer

What they're saying

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In an important development, Mundo Deportivo reports that FC Barcelona goalkeeper Áron Yaakobishvili, 20, is close to completing his move to UD Almeria. The Andalusian club will pay between €2 mill...
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