Gnangoro Bouare joins Rayo Vallecano on five-year deal

Gnangoro Bouare, a 22-year-old midfielder, has signed a five-year contract with Rayo Vallecano, tying him to the Madrid-based club until 2031. The transfer comes from Real Betis.

Reports indicate the transfer fee is approximately 500,000 euros. While Rayo Vallecano acquires the player, Real Betis has reserved half of the economic rights for any future sale. The agreement does not include a buy-back option, though Betis maintains a right of first refusal.

Bouare, who holds both Spanish and Malian nationality, joins Rayo Vallecano to bolster the midfield and replace Gerard Gumbau. Before this move, Bouare played 30 matches for Betis Deportivo in Primera Federacion, scoring two goals, and participated in pre-season training with the Betis first team under Manuel Pellegrini.