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Andrei Rațiu transfer to Fulham faces delays from Rayo Vallecano
The transfer of Romanian defender Andrei Rațiu from Rayo Vallecano to Fulham has reached a critical stage as the Premier League transfer window approaches its September 1 deadline. Fulham has reportedly submitted an official bid of €25 million, which matches Rațiu's release clause, though the offer is said to be structured in installments.
Negotiations have stalled because Rayo Vallecano's leadership has yet to respond to the offer. Reports indicate that Rațiu is deeply frustrated by the lack of communication from Rayo president Raul Martin Presa. Consequently, Rațiu was left on the bench for Rayo's match against Barcelona at Camp Nou, appearing visibly affected by the situation.
While Fulham views Rațiu as a replacement for Kenny Tete, the deal remains uncertain. Rayo Vallecano's vice-president, Jose Maria Sarda, has remained non-committal, stating that the club will see what happens after the player's current status is addressed.
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Andrei Rațiu · Barcelona · Fulham · Rayo Vallecano · Raúl Martín Presa
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Fulham's €25 million offer is reportedly structured in installments. www.sport.ro
- [● 2 SOURCES] The transfer window in the Premier League closes on September 1. golazo.ro · www.prosport.ro
- [● 3 SOURCES] Fulham submitted a €25 million bid for Andrei Rațiu, matching his release clause. golazo.ro · www.prosport.ro · www.sport.ro
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Rayo Vallecano vice-president Jose Maria Sarda declined to give a definitive answer regarding the Fulham offer. www.sport.ro
- [● 3 SOURCES] Andrei Rațiu was a substitute for the match against Barcelona at Camp Nou. golazo.ro · www.prosport.ro · www.sport.ro
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Andrei Rațiu is reportedly disappointed and hurt by Rayo Vallecano's stance regarding his potential move to Fulham. golazo.ro