Barcelona has reportedly finalized an agreement to sign Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund, as confirmed by renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano. Posting on X, Romano stated:

“EXCLUSIVE: Barcelona agree deal to sign Karim Adeyemi, HERE WE GO! Deal agreed club to club for €22m plus €7m add-ons based on title winning and also appearances. Adeyemi only wanted Barça and will sign a five-year deal in blaugrana.”

This transfer has been anticipated for several days, especially with Adeyemi’s impressive performance at Dortmund, where he finished the 2025/26 season with ten goals and six assists. His addition appears to be a strategic move for Barcelona, particularly as Ferran Torres is expected to leave the club for around €35m, given he is in the final year of his contract.

The key details of the transfer include:

• Total Cost: €29m (including add-ons)
• Contract Length: Five years
• Previous Performance: Adeyemi scored ten goals and provided six assists in the last campaign.

While Torres has been a reliable player for Barcelona, the club seems to be making a savvy business decision by bringing in the younger Adeyemi, who might have greater potential for improvement under Hansi Flick’s management at the Nou Camp. This move signifies a proactive approach to rejuvenating the squad while potentially capitalizing on Torres’s sale.