FC Barcelona formalized Monday noon the signing of Mikayil Faye, the young Senegalese central defender of NK Kustosija Zagreb. His release clause was immediately set at 400 million euros.
” FC Barcelona and NK Kustosija Zagreb have reached an agreement regarding the transfer of player Mikayil Faye. The Senegalese defender signs for four seasons, until June 30, 2027 and his release clause amounts to 400 million euros. The player passed the medical examination at the Barcelona Hospital and at the Medical Services of the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper. He was able to discover the Club’s facilities and walk the lawn of the Johan Cruyff Stadium with the Blaugrana outfit. Born in Sedhiou (Senegal) on July 14, 2004, Mikayil Faye was trained at Diambars FC in Gambia. His good performances opened the doors to NK Kustosija, in the Croatian 2nd division last summer. He played 13 matches, including 11 as a starter, last season. A left-handed central defender, he is renowned for his solidity in duels. He is also quick and able to bring the ball out cleanly through his raises. Faye is a Senegalese international, in u17 “Recalls FC Barcelona.
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