Barcelona have finalized the acquisition of forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on Thursday. Reports indicate the fee stands at 29 million euros including potential add-ons. The German international commits his future to the Catalan side for the next five seasons, keeping him at the club until June 30, 2031.
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Subscribe Sekarang →The 24-year-old becomes Barca's second major signing of the summer window, following the arrival of England winger Anthony Gordon from Newcastle. Blessed with explosive pace and versatility, Adeyemi operates comfortably as a central striker or on either flank. According to club sources, his addition crucial to rebuilding an attack recently depleted by the departure of veteran forward Robert Lewandowski.
Barca also saw Marcus Rashford return to Manchester United following the end of his loan spell, which left head coach Hansi Flick urgently short of forward options. Flick previously gave Adeyemi his senior international debut for Germany back in 2021, making this move a familiar reunion for both men.
Based on career statistics, Adeyemi originally joined Borussia Dortmund in 2022 from Red Bull Salzburg. He netted 36 goals in 146 appearances across all competitions during his four-season tenure in the Bundesliga. Despite securing Adeyemi, Barcelona reportedly maintain their interest in Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez as another top target.