Birmingham City signs Jhon Solís from Girona for €7 million
Birmingham City exercised a €7.5 million purchase option to permanently sign Colombian midfielder Jhon Solís from Spanish club Girona, making his loan permanent. Solís, who joined Girona from Atlético Nacional in 2023, struggled with injuries and playing time but performed well during his Championship loan. Girona retains a 20% sell-on clause. The transfer benefits Birmingham's squad and provides Girona a financial boost after their relegation.
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Jhon Solís leaves Girona for Birmingham City in permanent transfer
Girona FC has officially confirmed that Colombian midfielder Jhon Solís will permanently transfer to Birmingham City effective July 1, 2026. Birmingham exercised a purchase option included in the loan agreement from the winter transfer window, paying approximately seven million euros. Solís, 22, joined Girona in 2023 from Atlético Nacional for five million euros and made 61 appearances for the club, including five in the UEFA Champions League. He quickly adapted at Birmingham after arriving in January, making 18 appearances. Despite late interest from Chelsea, Birmingham secured the deal. Girona, recently relegated to the Second Division, views the sale as a positive financial move as it rebuilds its squad. The club thanked Solís for his professionalism and wished him success in English football.
FútbolBirmingham City Makes Jhon Solís Transfer Permanent for €7 Million
Girona has officially announced the permanent transfer of Colombian midfielder Jhon Solís to Birmingham City for €7 million, after the English Championship club exercised a purchase option agreed during Solís's loan in January. Girona had already received €500,000 for the loan. Solís, 21, joined Girona from Atlético Nacional in summer 2023 for €6 million but struggled with injuries and inconsistent playing time under coach Míchel. He found better form in England, where his style suited the Championship. Girona retains 20% of any future sale. The deal marks the end of Solís's time in Catalonia after a promising but uneven spell.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaBirmingham City Makes Jhon Solís Transfer Permanent for €7 Million
Girona has officially announced the sale of Colombian midfielder Jhon Solís to Birmingham City for €7 million, making his loan move permanent. The English Championship club exercised the purchase option agreed in January 2026. Girona had already received €500,000 for the loan. The deal includes a 20% sell-on clause for Girona. Solís, 21, joined Girona from Atlético Nacional in 2023 for €6 million but struggled with injuries and inconsistent playing time under coach Míchel. After a successful loan spell in England, where his playing style suited the Championship, Birmingham decided to keep him permanently. The transfer is seen as beneficial for Solís's continued development.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaBirmingham Completes Signing of Jhon Solís from Girona
Birmingham City has completed the permanent signing of Colombian midfielder Jhon Solís from Girona for seven million euros. Solís, 21, had been on loan at the Championship club during the second half of the season, and Birmingham exercised the purchase option agreed in January. Girona will receive the full fee and retain 20% of any future sale. Solís had initially joined Girona from Atlético Nacional in summer 2023 for six million euros but struggled with injuries and adaptation. His performances improved in England, leading to the permanent transfer.
LALIGA EA Sports // marcaJhon Solís to Leave Girona Permanently for Birmingham City
Birmingham City has exercised the purchase option in Jhon Solís's loan agreement, securing the 21-year-old Colombian midfielder permanently for approximately 7 million euros. Solís, who joined Girona three years ago for around 5 million euros, impressed during his loan spell at Birmingham, earning regular playing time and fan support. His performances reportedly attracted interest from Chelsea, but Birmingham moved decisively to retain him. For Girona, the sale provides a profit and helps balance finances following their relegation to the Second Division. Solís never fully established himself at Girona but leaves with a positive economic return for the club.
FútbolBirmingham City Signs Jhon Solís from Girona for €7.5 Million
Birmingham City has completed the permanent signing of Colombian midfielder Jhon Solís from Spanish club Girona. The English Championship side exercised a €7.5 million purchase option included in his loan agreement, securing the player on a permanent basis. Solís, who had been on loan at Birmingham, will now continue his career in English football. The transfer represents a significant investment by Birmingham City as they aim to strengthen their squad for the season.
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