Official: Barcelona announce the signing of left-back Junior Firpo from Real Betis. Shortly before that President Bartomeu said: “This season we have a stronger squad with more potential. And today, it is a possibility that we announce a new signing.” 《A report by @barcacentre 》
Despite being born in the Dominican Republic, Firpo is an international for the U21 side of Spain. Firpo has been part of the squad that has won the U21 Euros 2019 as a key piece, playing three matches in the tournament.
Barcelona will pay Real Betis 18 million euros fixed + another 12 in possible add-ons. Firpo signs for 5 seasons. His release clause will be 200 million euros.
Firpo’s electricity and tireless legs make him quickly recover the defensive position as well as being a danger for the opponent’s defense. In addition, Junior Firpo dominates the possession game and is associated with the fundamental aspects of the Barça game.
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