Spanish football morning headlines for February 1st.
Barca’s big payment owed to Messi
The news of Barcelona is still dominated by the details of Lionel Messi’s contract with El Mundo, which confirms that the club will have to pay him an extra € 39 million this summer, even if the player decides to leave.
Read more: Lionel Messi prepares to take legal action against El Mundo over contract leak
The star’s Barcelona deal obliges the club to pay him a ‘loyalty bonus’ worth € 38,964,977.50 this summer, regardless of whether the Argentine pursues a new deal.
Madrid star embarrassed departure
The Real Madrid news of this weekend was dominated by a derogatory defeat against Levante, with Diario AS explaining how Isco was embarrassed by the fact that he was not included in events.
As Martin Odegaard borrowed the club and Fede Valverde was injured, there were no more suitable Madrid midfield options, but Isco – on the bench – was overlooked for youngster Sergio Arribas.
The Spaniard is said to have left internationally embarrassed by considering his future at the club.
Valencia triple swoop
There’s finally a transfer move in Valencia – which made no notes this summer – with a triple turn later in the transfer window.
Read more: Valencia’s secured loan move for Benfica star Ferro
Read more: Valencia confirm move of Wolves star Patrick Cutrone
Marro said Ferro and Patrick Cutrone had signed a loan deal with Benfica and Wolves respectively, while Uruguayan midfielder Christian Oliva is coming from Cagliari.