Kauã Prates de Almeida

In February 2026, multiple reports confirmed the transfer to Borussia Dortmund for a total fee of approximately €12 million, frequently detailed as a €7 million fixed fee with €5 million in potential bonuses. Prior to the deal's finalization in January 2026, reports mentioned Dortmund offers ranging from just under €10 million to €13 million. During the same period, Cruzeiro reportedly rejected a €4 million offer from Milan and had an asking price of €10 million. In December 2025, Olympiacos was reportedly considering a €10 million bid. A release clause of €60 million was also widely reported in late 2025.

Our valuation for Kauã Prates de Almeida is driven by the confirmed transfer to Borussia Dortmund, announced in February 2026. The deal structure, consistently reported as a €7 million fixed fee plus up to €5 million in performance-related bonuses, establishes a clear valuation range. We set the most likely value at the total potential fee of €12 million, as this represents the full commitment agreed upon by the clubs and is the most frequently cited headline figure.