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Barcelona set to sell goalkeeper Aron Yaakobishvili to Almeria

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 8:35 AM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Barcelona set to sell goalkeeper Aron Yaakobishvili to Almeria

Summary

Barcelona is negotiating a transfer for young goalkeeper Aron Yaakobishvili to Almeria, potentially earning between €2 million and €3 million. This decision aligns with the club's new strategy of selling talented La Masia players rather than loaning them out. Yaakobishvili needs regular playing time, and with limited opportunities at Barcelona due to competition from Joan Garcia and Wojciech Szczesny, a permanent move is seen as beneficial for his development. The transfer is progressing and may be finalized soon.

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By the Numbers

•Yaakobishvili is 20 years old and has been part of pre-season training.
•Barcelona moves away from loaning youth players for permanent sales.
•Almeria is the most advanced option for the goalkeeper's transfer.
•The goalkeeper has experience from his time at Andorra.
•Barcelona aims to retain future control over the player's career.

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8:35 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona could pocket up to €3 million from the imminent exit of young goalkeeper

What they're saying

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Barcelona have adopted a strategy of selling talented La Masia players this summer instead of loaning them out.The Catalan club have transitioned to a model where they move on talented youngsters perm...
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