Xavi and FC Barcelona had been hoping for months that they would soon be able to lure one of the biggest talents in European football to the club, the Belgian Arthur Vermeerent. It looks like nothing will come of it, because Atlético Madrid has overtaken it.
According to consistent press reports, the negotiations are coming to an end, the “mattresses” will sign the eighteen-year-old talent of Royal Antwerp for 27 million euros. Belgium’s HLN claims the footballer has received permission from his club to travel to the Spanish capital on Thursday; if all goes according to plan, the transfer could soon become official.
Vermeeren was brought up by the people of Antwerp, he has been a member of all age group national teams for years, and last October he made his debut among the adults. Earlier reports said that Barca made a significant effort to get him, but Atleti took advantage of the Catalans’ dire financial situation…
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???? Atlético Madrid are preparing documents for Arthur Vermeeren deal after the agreement with Antwerp on €22m fee plus add-ons.
The club will also speak again to Arthur and his camp today in order to complete personal terms agreement and get the deal sealed.
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— Atletico Universe (@atletiuniverse) January 24, 2024
???? Atlético and Antwerp have reached an agreement for Arthur Vermeeren for around €27m.
It is now up to the player to decide. He will fly to Madrid on Thursday to visit the training facilities and undergo a medical.
A 5-year contract is on the table.
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) January 23, 2024
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