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Osasuna striker contract saga

Entities: CA Osasuna · Vicente Moreno · Darko Budimir · Andoni Gorosabel · Athletic Club

Overview

At the end of July, Osasuna faced uncertainty over the future of its leading forward, Ante Budimir. With his contract entering its final year and no renewal offer on the table, the club warned the striker could depart on a free transfer after the season.

A day later, Osasuna responded by raising Budimir’s release clause to €20 million, reversing a temporary reduction that had lowered it to €12 million. The increase was intended to strengthen the club’s negotiating position and deter opportunistic bids, signalling a clear intent to keep the Croatian international as a key part of its attack.

Together, the snapshots show a rapid shift from contract ambiguity to a defensive contractual move by Osasuna to protect its star striker ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Timeline

  1. 2 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Osasuna lifts Ante Budimir's release clause to €20 million

    Osasuna raised Croatian striker Ante Budimir's release clause to €20 million, securing the key forward amid interest from bigger clubs.

  2. 3 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Osasuna halts right‑back deal as Budimir's contract future remains uncertain

    Osasuna halted a right‑back transfer after Athletic's offer and faces an uncertain future for striker Darko Budimir, whose contract expires next season.

Sources

biblestudyguide.com · elgoldigital.com · sorot.news.viva.co.id · WWW.diariodenavarra.es