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Karim Adeyemi's transfer to Barcelona nears completion after quick negotiations

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Last updated Jul 16, 2026

Karim Adeyemi's transfer to Barcelona nears completion after quick negotiations

Summary

Karim Adeyemi is set to transfer to Barcelona following a swift negotiation process that lasted under three days. Barcelona's sporting director Deco initiated talks with Borussia Dortmund executive Lars Ricken and sporting director Sebastian Kehl, expressing interest in the winger. Despite an initial €20 million offer being rejected, negotiations advanced after Adeyemi directly communicated his preference to join Barcelona. An improved offer of €22 million plus bonuses prompted Dortmund to agree to the transfer. Adeyemi is expected to finalize his five-year contract soon.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona's interest in Adeyemi was communicated to Dortmund.
•Dortmund rejected Barcelona's initial €20 million offer.
•Adeyemi's intervention accelerated negotiations.
•Barcelona revamped their offer to €22 million plus bonuses.
•Adeyemi is expected to sign a five-year contract.

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11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Inside Barcelona’s rapid move for Adeyemi: Mendes, Deco and the call that changed everything

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