Jonatan Braut Brunes leaving Raków Częstochowa?
Raków Częstochowa's owner, Michał Świerczewski, stated that Jonatan Braut Brunes has a value of at least 15 million euros, suggesting a sale would likely set a new Ekstraklasa record. Świerczewski also mentioned that the club might consider an offer lower than 15 million euros. TVP Sport reported that club board advisor Artur Płatek emphasized that Brunes will not be sold for a low price. Płatek further stated that he maintains contact with Brunes and will discuss any concrete offers with him.
Jonatan Braut Brunes was the last to leave the pitch after the match between Raków Częstochowa and Zagłębie Lubin, staying alone in the center of the field and waving towards the fans, a type of gesture that is often interpreted as a farewell before a future transfer.
There were reports of friction between the player and Papszun and generally with the club's management. A cake scandal was an issue, in addition to the player's likely desire to change his environment.
There were discussions about a potential transfer for Jonatan Braut Brunes after he was permanently signed by Rakow Czestochowa, but as of now, he has remained at the club. It is suggested that players, including Brunes, find it difficult to leave Rakow once joined due to strict internal rules and the previous experiences of other players.
Jonatan Braut Brunes had been avoiding playing, citing alleged health issues, in an attempt to force a transfer. He was temporarily removed from the first team and began training with the reserves. Although it seemed he had burned bridges at Raków Częstochowa, his name unexpectedly appeared on the squad list for the match against Arda Kyrdżali in the final phase of the Conference League qualifiers. This indicates that serious, concrete discussions took place, and he was allowed back into the team under certain conditions. The situation is currently resolved, and he is being treated like any other player on the team. The coach, Marek Papszun, stated that the matter was resolved internally, not just between the player and the club, but also within the team's dynamics. Brunes has been given another chance by Raków, and the topic of his departure has significantly diminished, though it is uncertain if this peace will last the entire season.
Jonatan Braut Brunes has reportedly been pushing for a transfer for several weeks, feeling uncomfortable under coach Marek Papszun's leadership. Despite this, Raków Częstochowa has officially stated that Brunes is not and will not be for sale in the current transfer window. The club emphasizes that his contract is valid until June 2028, and they are fulfilling their obligations. There have been internal conflicts, including a recent incident involving a birthday cake that escalated tensions between Brunes and Papszun.
Norwegian forward Jonatan Braut Brunes, 25, although a star player for Raków Częstochowa, reportedly expressed dissatisfaction with the club's decision to acquire him for a record two million euros from OH Leuven. It was understood that the player had expected a quick transfer to another team, but Raków did not have plans to sell him in the same transfer window. He has indicated a desire to leave Raków, and his absence from matches has been attributed to health issues, which are suspected to be a strategic move to force a transfer before the window closes. His contract remains valid until June 2028. Transfermarkt estimates the player's current market value at €3.50 million.
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