Official: Barcelona announce ‘adjustment’ to youngster’s contract, with €500m clause | OneFootball

La Liga giants Barcelona have on Monday announced an alteration to the terms of midfielder Marc Bernal’s contract.

Youngster Bernal is of course fresh off something of a whirlwind opening to the new campaign.

After breaking into the first-team setup of new head coach Hansi Flick in pre-season, the Spaniard, at just 17, went on to secure a starting berth in each of the Blaugrana’s first three La Liga outings.

In turn, it came as a blow for all associated with the club when, in the closing stages of a 2-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano, Bernal was forced off with what was later confirmed to be an ACL tear.

The starlet is facing up to an extended spell on the sidelines as a result.

Evidently, though, as much has not in any way affected the plans of those behind the scenes at the Camp Nou, when it comes to Bernal’s long-term future with the club.

This comes amid confirmation that the two parties have signed an agreement, to alter the terms of his contract.

As per a statement across Barcelona’s website and social media platforms:

‘FC Barcelona and Marc Bernal have reached an agreement on an adjustment of the player’s contract, which binds him to the club until 30 June 2026, when his status as an U19 player ends, with the option to three more years.

‘The buyout clause has been set at 500 million euros.’

Conor Laird – GSFN