# Antonio Fernández officially joins Venezia from Barcelona

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/toni-fernndez-transfer-to-venezia
> Updated: 2026-08-31T23:01:33.000Z. Sources: 17. Developments: 3.

Venezia has officially announced the signing of 18-year-old Spanish winger Antonio Fernández from FC Barcelona. While initial reports indicated a permanent transfer valued at €4 million, the finalized deal is structured as a temporary transfer that includes an option to purchase and an obligation to make the move permanent if specific conditions are met.

As part of the agreement, Barcelona will receive approximately €4 million for 50% of the player’s rights. The Spanish club has also secured a buy-back clause, which is reportedly valued at €23 million this season and is set to rise to €35 million by the summer of 2028.

Fernández, a versatile attacking player who has featured for Barcelona’s academy and first team, reportedly chose the Italian project over interest from clubs in the Premier League and Bundesliga, citing a preference for the cultural transition. He expressed motivation regarding the trust shown by Venezia.

## Claims

- The transfer is a loan with an option to buy and an obligation to purchase if specific conditions are met. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Venezia FC has reached an agreement with FC Barcelona for the temporary transfer of Antonio Fernández. (single source)
- Barcelona holds a buy-back clause valued at €23 million for the end of this season, increasing to €35 million if used in the summer of 2028. (single source)
- Barcelona is expected to receive approximately €4 million for 50% of the player's rights. (single source)
- Antonio Fernández was born in 2008. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Venezia FC signs Antonio Fernández from FC Barcelona

Venezia FC has secured 18-year-old attacker Antonio Fernández on loan from FC Barcelona, featuring a buy-back clause and conditional obligation to purchase.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/venezia-fc-signs-antonio-fernndez-from-fc-barcelona

### 2026-08-28: Napoli and Venezia execute key football transfer moves

Napoli prepares a major squad reconstruction for 2026/2027 with multiple new signings, while Venezia secures the transfer of Barcelona youth player Toni Fernández for 4 million euros.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/napoli-and-venezia-execute-key-football-transfer-moves

### 2026-08-28: Toni Fernández to join Venezia from Barcelona

Barcelona youngster Toni Fernández is set to join Venezia in Serie A for a reported €4 million fee, with Barcelona retaining a buy-back option and a 50% sell-on clause.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/toni-fernndez-to-join-venezia-from-barcelona

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