Pathé Ciss transfer dispute with Rayo Vallecano

Overview

Senegalese midfielder Pathé Ciss has entered a dispute with the Spanish club Rayo Vallecano in an attempt to force a transfer. The 32-year-old, who has been a key player for the Madrid-based club since 2021, has reportedly refused to train with the team. Ciss has expressed frustration with club leadership, specifically targeting president Raúl Martín Presa, stating he feels his time at the club has concluded and seeking a move to progress his career during what may be his final major contract.

Rayo Vallecano has maintained a firm stance, refusing to negotiate the player's departure unless interested clubs meet his €10 million release clause. Ciss is currently under contract until June 2027. This standoff follows previous failed transfer attempts, including a blocked move to Olympique Lyonnais in early 2023.

While market estimates place his value significantly lower than the release clause, potential suitors include Beşiktaş in Turkey, Al Shabab in Saudi Arabia, and various unnamed Spanish clubs. Interest has also been reported from the Premier League.

Entities

Pathe Ciss · Rayo Vallecano · Besiktas · Raúl Martín Presa · Esdras Godwin Oyiba

Timeline

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Football transfer activity involves Pathé Ciss and Gabonese players
Football transfer activity includes a standoff between Senegalese midfielder Pathé Ciss and Rayo Vallecano, alongside several player movements within the Gabonese national league and abroad.
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Pathé Ciss refuses to train with Rayo Vallecano to force transfer
Senegalese midfielder Pathé Ciss has refused to train with Rayo Vallecano to force a transfer, amid interest from Beşiktaş and Al Shabab and a 10 million euro release clause standoff.

Sources

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