Barcelona agrees deal to sign Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund

FC Barcelona has reached an agreement to sign Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund for a fee of 22 million euros plus 7 million in variables, according to multiple reports Source: lavanguardia, infobae. The 24-year-old German winger will sign a five-year contract until 2031. Borussia Dortmund confirmed that Adeyemi was excused from pre-season fitness tests to negotiate with other clubs Source: eldiado, infobae.

The transfer details

The fixed fee is €22 million, with an additional €7 million conditional on titles and appearances. Dortmund will also receive 20% of any future sale Source: lavanguardia, infobae. Adeyemi had one year left on his Dortmund contract and had rejected a renewal Source: lavanguardia. The deal was confirmed by Barcelona president Joan Laporta, who expressed excitement about the player's speed and danger Source: eldiado.

Barcelona's attacking revamp

Adeyemi becomes the second signing of the summer after Anthony Gordon (€70 million from Newcastle) Source: lavanguardia, abces. He will join an attack featuring Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, and Ferran Torres. Coach Hansi Flick, who gave Adeyemi his Germany debut, is building a pace-heavy frontline. Adeyemi has recorded sprint speeds comparable to Usain Bolt over 30 meters Source: abces.

Background

Adeyemi, of Nigerian and Romanian descent, has spoken about his family's sacrifices, with his parents working multiple jobs to make ends meet Source: elespanol. After a promising start at Dortmund, including a Champions League final appearance in 2024, his form dipped due to injuries. The move to Barcelona offers a fresh start.