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Barcelona's Yamal Snubs Bayern Transfer, Signs €1B Deal

9/11/2025

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Lamine Yamal, an emerging talent at FC Barcelona, was nearly transferred to Bayern Munich for €5 million before his debut.
Bayern's interest arose during a February 2022 meeting, initially regarding midfielder Gavi.
After switching agents to Jorge Mendes, Yamal's price was set at €5 million.
A transfer was only possible after Yamal turned 16 in July 2023, but Bayern found the price excessive.
Yamal debuted for Barcelona in April 2023, leading to contract extensions until 2031 with a €1 billion release clause.

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Lamine Yamal, an emerging talent at FC Barcelona, was nearly transferred to Bayern Munich for €5 million before his debut.
Bayern's interest arose during a February 2022 meeting, initially regarding midfielder Gavi.
After switching agents to Jorge Mendes, Yamal's price was set at €5 million.
A transfer was only possible after Yamal turned 16 in July 2023, but Bayern found the price excessive.
Yamal debuted for Barcelona in April 2023, leading to contract extensions until 2031 with a €1 billion release clause.