FC Barcelona has closed a financial operation that will leave a significant mark on its near future. The Catalan club secures an influx of money that will impact its salary cap thanks to the sale of Todibo. After several loans, West Ham acquired the center-back, leaving Barça with an economic return greater than the investment.
The Sale of Todibo: A Key Move
The sale of Todibo is not just any event. The center-back, who arrived at Barça in 2019 for just one million euros, has been one of the most profitable assets of the blaugrana academy in recent years.
After his time at Toulouse, Barça got ahead of other European giants to sign him, a risky bet at the time. However, time has proven the club right, as it has managed to multiply its investment.
After several years at the club without achieving the desired prominence, Todibo went through several teams like Schalke, Benfica, and finally, Nice. At the French club, he found his best version, and after his loan to West Ham, the English club activated the mandatory purchase option.
The transfer reaches 42 million euros, of which Barça receives 20%, about 8.5 million, available before June 30.
A Great Deal for Barça
The most remarkable aspect of this operation is that Barça, with a minimal initial investment, has achieved a notable economic return. The current 8.5 million add to the 8.5 from Nice, totaling 17 million for a player who cost only one million.
This transaction shows how the club can profit from its assets without resorting to high-profile signings.
Moreover, this money has significant strategic value, as it will help improve Barça's salary cap for the next season. In a complicated financial context, every income counts, and the sale of Todibo is just an example of how the club continues to manage its assets effectively.
The Future of Todibo and Barça
Although Barça will no longer have economic rights over Todibo, the player is still young and has a promising future ahead. At 25 years old, the center-back could establish himself in the Premier League and, in the near future, be part of another significant transfer.
At West Ham, Todibo has gained confidence and established himself as a key player, thus reinforcing the value of the operation.
Barça also keeps an eye on other assets that could generate similar income in the future. Players like Abde and Mingueza, whose economic rights are shared, could be the next to generate income for the summer.