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Esequiel Barco Transfer from Spartak Moskva to River Plate
Ezequiel Barco will extend his contract with Spartak Moscow, despite earlier information of specific interest from River Plate.
Ezequiel Barco will extend his contract with Spartak Moscow, despite earlier information of specific interest from River Plate.
Info Gallardista, citing journalist Renzo Pantic, reports that the potential return of Spartak midfielder Ezequiel Barco to River Plate is complicated by the player's salary demand. The same source states the Argentine wants to earn $4 million (€3.5 million) per year, and that for this reason, negotiations between the Buenos Aires team and the 27-year-old player have been suspended. Journalist Luis Carlos Largo confirms that the problem with the possible transfer is related to the midfielder's salary demand. Largo also states that Spartak's player requested an annual salary that would make him the highest-paid player on the team, surpassing world champion Nicolás Otamendi, but does not name the specific amount. Barco played for the Buenos Aires team from 2022 to 2024 before moving to Spartak.
Info Gallardista, citing journalist Renzo Pantic, reports that the potential return of Spartak midfielder Ezequiel Barco to River Plate is complicated by the player's salary demand. The same source states the Argentine wants to earn $4 million (€3.5 million) per year, and that for this reason, negotiations between the Buenos Aires team and the 27-year-old player have been suspended. Journalist Luis Carlos Largo confirms that the problem with the possible transfer is related to the midfielder's salary demand. Largo also states that Spartak's player requested an annual salary that would make him the highest-paid player on the team, surpassing world champion Nicolás Otamendi, but does not name the specific amount. Barco played for the Buenos Aires team from 2022 to 2024 before moving to Spartak.
According to Soviet Sport, Roberto Caravetta, the Deputy Secretary of the River Plate Branch Affairs Committee, stated that negotiations for Barco are currently frozen because Spartak demanded a large sum. Caravetta also said that negotiations are not completely halted, as both parties are considering what further steps to take.
According to Soviet Sport, Roberto Caravetta, the Deputy Secretary of the River Plate Branch Affairs Committee, stated that negotiations for Barco are currently frozen because Spartak demanded a large sum. Caravetta also said that negotiations are not completely halted, as both parties are considering what further steps to take.
La Página Millonaria reports that River Plate is continuing negotiations for the return of midfielder Ezequiel Barco, but that the same report indicates people close to the player consider the transfer unlikely. The main reason cited is the high financial demands of Spartak Moscow. The report also states that the Russian club paid $16 million for Barco and now expects to recover a significant portion of that investment.
La Página Millonaria reports that River Plate is continuing negotiations for the return of midfielder Ezequiel Barco, but that the same report indicates people close to the player consider the transfer unlikely. The main reason cited is the high financial demands of Spartak Moscow. The report also states that the Russian club paid $16 million for Barco and now expects to recover a significant portion of that investment.
The management of River Plate contacted the representatives of Spartak midfielder Ezequiel Barco to inquire about the conditions of his possible transfer. Spartak is asking for $7 million (€6 million) for 50% of the player's rights, while River Plate wants to finalize the deal for $5.5 million (€4.8 million).
The management of River Plate contacted the representatives of Spartak midfielder Ezequiel Barco to inquire about the conditions of his possible transfer. Spartak is asking for $7 million (€6 million) for 50% of the player's rights, while River Plate wants to finalize the deal for $5.5 million (€4.8 million).
According to Ole, negotiations between Spartak and River Plate regarding the transfer of Esequiel Barco are taking place. Spartak is demanding $4-5 million for 50% of the rights to the Argentine midfielder, while River Plate is attempting to lower this amount to complete the transfer. The player's desire to leave Russian football for personal reasons may be an important factor in the completion of the deal.
According to Ole, negotiations between Spartak and River Plate regarding the transfer of Esequiel Barco are taking place. Spartak is demanding $4-5 million for 50% of the rights to the Argentine midfielder, while River Plate is attempting to lower this amount to complete the transfer. The player's desire to leave Russian football for personal reasons may be an important factor in the completion of the deal.
Journalist Hernan Castillo reports on social network X that Ezequiel Barco is nearing a return to his homeland and a transfer to Argentine club River Plate.
Journalist Hernan Castillo reports on social network X that Ezequiel Barco is nearing a return to his homeland and a transfer to Argentine club River Plate.
Journalist German Garcia Grova reported on the social network X that River Plate is in open negotiations with Spartak for the return of 27-year-old Argentinian attacking midfielder Esequiel Barco, who wishes to leave the Moscow club for personal reasons. According to sources cited by Grova, the player's potential return to Argentina is considered not to be easy. Barco's current contract with his club is valid until the summer of 2027. The Transfermarkt portal lists his market value at €16 million. The player has 4 caps and 1 goal for Argentina U23. Other clubs, including Independiente, AEK Athens, Cruzeiro, and Boca Juniors, have also been linked with him.
Journalist German Garcia Grova reported on the social network X that River Plate is in open negotiations with Spartak for the return of 27-year-old Argentinian attacking midfielder Esequiel Barco, who wishes to leave the Moscow club for personal reasons. According to sources cited by Grova, the player's potential return to Argentina is considered not to be easy. Barco's current contract with his club is valid until the summer of 2027. The Transfermarkt portal lists his market value at €16 million. The player has 4 caps and 1 goal for Argentina U23. Other clubs, including Independiente, AEK Athens, Cruzeiro, and Boca Juniors, have also been linked with him.
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