Barcelona Face August 1 Deadline for Javi Guerra at €40m

Barcelona have until August 1 to trigger Javi Guerra's €40m release clause before it jumps to €60m.

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What happened. Barcelona have until August 1 to sign Valencia midfielder Javi Guerra for €40m, after which his release clause rises to €60m, but the club has not taken concrete steps despite interest from Hansi Flick.

• Barcelona have spoken with Guerra's agents but no further action.
• Frenkie de Jong's injury has increased need for midfield reinforcement.
• Guerra has publicly stated he wants to stay at Valencia.

“I have a contract. I renewed last year, so I think it’s clear that I want to stay here.”

— Javi Guerra

If Barcelona miss the deadline, they would have to pay €60m or face competition from Italian and English clubs.

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