Barcelona Striker Pau Victor Expected To Join Braga In €15m Transfer

Barcelona is finalizing a permanent transfer of 23-year-old striker Pau Victor to Portuguese club Sporting de Braga for a deal worth €12 million fixed plus €3 million in performance-based add-ons, totaling €15 million. Victor, who had limited playing time under coach Hansi Flick, appearing in 29 matches but only 379 minutes and scoring 2 goals last season, is expected to sign a five-year contract with Braga, where he will have better chances for regular football. The transfer will generate a significant profit for Barcelona, approximately €9.3 million from the fixed fee alone, although Girona will receive around 30% of the fee due to a sell-on clause. Barcelona prioritized a permanent transfer including a buy-back clause, which deterred interested clubs like Valencia who preferred a loan deal. The move also helps Barcelona financially and frees salary space amid new signings like Marcus Rashford arriving on loan. Victor is among several young players leaving Barcelona this summer as the club manages its roster and finances.