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Erik Lira joins AS Monaco from Cruz Azul
Mexican midfielder Erik Lira is set to join AS Monaco following a successful negotiation with Cruz Azul. The transfer, estimated at approximately 10 million euros including variables, was initially delayed due to Monaco's lack of an available non-EU player slot.
The deadlock was resolved after American striker Folarin Balogun reached an agreement to join Everton in the English Premier League. Balogun's departure freed the necessary registration space for Lira to join the Ligue 1 side.
Cruz Azul President Víctor Velázquez confirmed the sale, noting that the club supported Lira's ambition to play in Europe. Lira, 26, is expected to sign a contract lasting between four and five seasons, marking his first professional experience in European football.
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AS Monaco · Cruz Azul · Erik Lira · Everton · Folarin Balogun
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Erik Lira is signing a 4-year contract with Monaco. exclusivaspuebla.com.mx
- [● 2 SOURCES] Everton offered 18 million euros for Folarin Balogun. www.foxsports.com.mx
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Cruz Azul and Monaco reached an agreement for the transfer of Erik Lira. exclusivaspuebla.com.mx
- [● 4 SOURCES] Balogun's departure allows Monaco to free up a non-EU player slot for Erik Lira. exclusivaspuebla.com.mx · www.am.com.mx · www.foxsports.com.mx
- [● 2 SOURCES] The transfer fee for Erik Lira is approximately 10 million euros, including fixed amounts and variables. exclusivaspuebla.com.mx · www.am.com.mx
- [● 4 SOURCES] Folarin Balogun is moving from Monaco to Everton. exclusivaspuebla.com.mx · www.am.com.mx · www.foxsports.com.mx