Barcelona have signed Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on a deal until 2031, while Newcastle are set to make Aladji Bamba their fourth summer signing. The La Liga club will pay around €22m (£19m) plus add-ons for the Germany international, with a sell-on clause included. Adeyemi, 24, joins after making 146 appearances for Dortmund, scoring 36 goals.
Barcelona’s Attack Gets a Boost
Barcelona’s transfer window has been busy. After bringing in Anthony Gordon, the club now adds Adeyemi, who will reunite with coach Hansi Flick. Flick handed Adeyemi his senior Germany debut, and the winger is expected to add pace and creativity to the front line.
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Adeyemi’s Journey to Camp Nou
Adeyemi moved to Dortmund from Red Bull Salzburg in 2022. He has since developed into a key player for club and country. His arrival at Barcelona strengthens their attacking options for the upcoming season.
| Player | From | Fee | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karim Adeyemi | Borussia Dortmund | €22m + add-ons | Until 2031 |
| Aladji Bamba | Monaco | £34m | Long-term |
Newcastle’s Youth-First Transfer Policy
Newcastle are set to sign Monaco midfielder Aladji Bamba for £34m. The 20-year-old France Under-20 star made 25 senior appearances for Monaco last season. He flew to Tyneside on Thursday and will become the fourth player aged 20 or under signed by Eddie Howe this summer.
The club’s new transfer policy focuses on players aged 24 or under, with fees between £20m and £40m, to ensure high resale potential. This approach helps Newcastle stay compliant with Uefa’s spending rules after a recent settlement.
Newcastle’s Summer Signings Under 21
- Ewen Jaouen (goalkeeper, 20) from Reims
- Bazoumana Touré (winger, 20) from Hoffenheim
- Sean Steur (midfielder, 18) from Ajax
- Aladji Bamba (midfielder, 20) from Monaco
Bamba is seen as a replacement for Sandro Tonali, who prefers the No. 6 role. With this signing, Newcastle continues to build a young, dynamic squad with strong long-term potential.
FAQ
How much did Barcelona pay for Karim Adeyemi?
Barcelona agreed to pay approximately €22m (£19m) plus add-ons and a sell-on clause. Adeyemi signed a contract until 2031.
Who is Aladji Bamba and why is Newcastle signing him?
Aladji Bamba is a 20-year-old midfielder from Monaco. Newcastle sees him as a long-term replacement for Sandro Tonali and a key part of their youth-focused transfer policy.
What is Newcastle’s new transfer strategy?
Newcastle now targets players aged 24 or under, with fees between £20m and £40m, to build resale value and comply with financial regulations.
Stay tuned for more transfer updates as the summer window continues. Both Barcelona and Newcastle are making bold moves to strengthen their squads for the season ahead.