Etta Eyong: A Rising Star in Spanish Football
Surprise Transfer to Levante
Etta Eyong has emerged as one of the most promising talents in Spanish football. His recent move from Villarreal to Levante during the summer transfer window caught many off guard, largely due to the Cameroonian striker’s potential. However, this transfer includes some intriguing stipulations for both clubs depending on Eyong’s performance.
Villarreal, despite having seen Eyong net 19 goals for their reserve team last season and featuring him in the first three LaLiga matches—where he scored once—decided to let him go. The club instead invested heavily in the signing of Mikautadze, leading to Eyong’s unexpected departure.
Details of the Transfer
- Transfer Fee: Levante acquired Eyong for only €3.8 million on September 1.
- Current Performance: As a starting player with his national team, Eyong has already tallied four goals and provided one assist in five LaLiga appearances with Levante.
- Market Value: Eyong’s valuation has skyrocketed to €20 million, according to Transfermarkt, drawing interest from top European clubs such as Barcelona and Manchester City.
Contractual Complexities
However, the deal between Levante and Villarreal is more complicated than it appears. Should Levante receive an offer exceeding €15 million for Eyong, they would be required to accept it and compensate Villarreal with 20% of the profit from the sale. If Levante declines the offer, they must still provide Villarreal with a similar profit share based on the raised offer.
Furthermore, Villarreal holds the right of first refusal, allowing them to match any bid made for Eyong in the upcoming summer transfer window. A termination clause for the player is set at €30 million, a reasonably favorable arrangement considering Eyong’s burgeoning performance.
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