Sevilla demands higher fee as Venezia negotiates for Akor Adams transfer
Nigerian striker Akor Adams has agreed personal terms with Serie A side Venezia, but Sevilla is demanding around €15-20 million, rejecting Venezia’s initial €10 million offer. Venezia’s sporting director is in Seville to negotiate. Sevilla needs a high capital gain due to financial restrictions, while Adams remains focused on preparing for next season.
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Akor Adams Bids Farewell to Sevilla: 'I Came, I Saw, I Conquered'
Nigerian striker Akor Adams has left Sevilla after a year and a half at the club, with a transfer to Venezia for over 16 million euros. Adams, who arrived in the winter market of the 2024/25 season, suffered an early injury but played one full season, earning the affection of fans. In a social media farewell, he expressed pride in defending the badge and gratitude for support, using the phrase 'I came, I saw, I conquered.' The transfer fee is expected to help Sevilla register new signings, including Vargas, Guridi, Juan Iglesias, Sangante, and Vlachodimos. Sevilla now faces the challenge of finding a suitable replacement for Adams, with the ability to target forwards beyond free agents.
Sevilla faces challenge of replacing top scorer Akor Adams after Venezia transfer
Sevilla's top scorer from last season, Akor Adams, has been officially transferred to Venezia for a fixed fee of over €16 million, potentially rising to €23 million with variables. The Nigerian striker scored 10 goals last season, crucial for Sevilla's La Liga survival. His departure leaves a significant gap in attack, with only Isaac Romero as the remaining recognized striker. Sporting director José Ignacio Navarro faces the difficult task of finding a replacement on a tight budget. Coach García Plaza has acknowledged the team's lack of finishing in early friendlies. Adams left a farewell message on Instagram, stating 'I came, I saw, I conquered.' He signed a four-year contract with Venezia worth €1.5 million per season.
Sevilla Faces Challenge of Replacing Top Scorer Akor Adams After Transfer to Venezia
Sevilla's top scorer from last season, Akor Adams, has been officially transferred to Italian club Venezia in a deal worth over €16 million fixed, potentially rising to €23 million with variables. The Nigerian striker scored 10 goals last season, crucial for Sevilla's La Liga survival. His departure leaves a significant gap in attack, with only Isaac Romero remaining as a recognized striker. Sevilla's sporting directorate, led by José Ignacio Navarro, must find a replacement on a tight budget. Preseason friendlies have already exposed the team's lack of finishing. Coach García Plaza plans to gradually increase first-team players' minutes in upcoming matches against Ceuta. Adams posted a farewell message on Instagram, stating 'I came, I saw, I conquered,' and signed a four-year contract with Venezia worth €1.5 million per season.
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Akor Adams completes transfer to Venezia, signs contract until 2030
The transfer of Nigerian striker Akor Adams from Sevilla to newly-promoted Serie A side Venezia has been officially completed. The 26-year-old leaves Sevilla after a season and a half, having joined from Montpellier in January 2025 for €5.5 million. The deal is valued at approximately €16.8 million fixed plus €6.7 million in performance-related variables, generating a significant capital gain for Sevilla. Adams played 33 matches last season, scoring 10 goals and helping Sevilla avoid relegation from La Liga. He traveled to Italy, passed medical tests, and signed a contract through 2030. Sevilla's new sporting director José Ignacio Navarro continues to reshape the squad, following the departure of Nianzou, to improve the club's salary cap situation under La Liga regulations.
Akor Adams' Transfer to Venezia Official: Signs Until 2030
The transfer of Nigerian striker Akor Adams from Sevilla to newly promoted Serie A side Venezia has been officially completed. The 26-year-old leaves Sevilla after a season and a half, having joined from Montpellier in January 2025 for €5.5 million. The deal is valued at approximately €16.8 million fixed plus €6.7 million in performance-related variables, generating a significant capital gain for Sevilla. Adams played 33 matches last season, scoring 10 goals and helping Sevilla secure their La Liga status. He traveled to Italy on July 21, passed medical tests, and signed a contract until 2030. Sevilla's new sporting director, José Ignacio Navarro, continues to offload players to improve the club's financial position regarding La Liga's salary cap.
Akor Adams completes transfer to Venezia, signs contract until 2030
The transfer of Nigerian striker Akor Adams from Sevilla to newly-promoted Serie A side Venezia has been officially announced. The 26-year-old leaves Sevilla after a season and a half, having joined from Montpellier in January 2025 for €5.5 million. The deal is valued at approximately €16.8 million fixed plus €6.7 million in performance-related variables, half of which are easily achievable, generating a significant capital gain for Sevilla. Adams played 33 matches last season, scoring 10 goals and helping Sevilla secure La Liga survival. He traveled to Italy on July 21, passed medical tests, and signed a contract until 2030. Sevilla's new sporting director José Ignacio Navarro continues to reduce the squad's wage bill and create salary cap space for new signings.
Venezia Coach Stroppa Blesses Akor Adams Transfer: 'He Is an Important Profile'
Sevilla striker Akor Adams has traveled to Italy to finalize his transfer to Venezia for a fixed fee of €16.8 million, potentially rising to €23.5 million with variables. The Nigerian forward, who will sign a contract until 2030, was Sevilla's top scorer last season with 10 goals in 33 matches, helping the club survive in La Liga. Venezia coach Giovanni Stroppa confirmed the move in an interview with Sky Sports, calling Adams 'an important profile' who will 'give us a great hand.' Sevilla originally signed Adams from Montpellier for €5.5 million in the winter of 2024-25, meaning the sale will generate a significant capital gain. With Rafa Mir sidelined and only Isaac Romero remaining as a striker, Sevilla's sporting directorate now faces the challenge of finding a new attacking reference.
Venezia Coach Stroppa Blesses Akor Adams Transfer: 'He's an Important Profile'
Akor Adams, Nigerian striker and Sevilla's top scorer last season, has traveled to Italy to finalize his transfer to Venezia. The deal is pending official confirmation, with Venezia paying €16.8 million fixed plus variables, potentially reaching €23.5 million. Adams will sign a contract until 2030. Venezia coach Giovanni Stroppa confirmed the move in a Sky Sports interview, calling Adams 'an important profile' who will 'give us a great hand.' Adams joined Sevilla from Montpellier for €5.5 million in the 2024-25 winter market but played only four matches due to injury. Last season, he played 33 matches (22 starts), scored 10 goals, and helped Sevilla survive in La Liga. Sevilla now has only Isaac Romero as a striker, with Rafa Mir sidelined while negotiating his exit.
Venezia Coach Stroppa Blesses Akor Adams Transfer from Sevilla
Akor Adams, Nigerian striker and Sevilla's top scorer last season, is set to complete a transfer to Serie B side Venezia for a fixed fee of €16.8 million plus variables that could raise the total to €23.5 million. Venezia coach Giovanni Stroppa confirmed the move in a Sky Sports interview, praising Adams as 'an important profile' who will 'give us a great hand.' Adams joined Sevilla from Montpellier for €5.5 million in the 2024-25 winter window but was limited by injury. Last season, he played 33 matches, scoring 10 goals and helping Sevilla secure top-flight survival. His departure leaves Sevilla with only Isaac Romero as a recognized striker, as Rafa Mir is also sidelined amid exit negotiations. The club faces a challenging search for a new attacking reference.
Akor Adams travels to Italy to finalize transfer to Venezia from Sevilla
Nigerian striker Akor Adams is en route to Italy to complete his transfer from Sevilla to Venezia. The deal, valued at approximately €16.8 million fixed plus €6.7 million in variables, was finalized after negotiations between Venezia's sporting director and Sevilla's management. Adams, who joined Sevilla from Montpellier in January 2025, played only four matches that season due to injury but returned to score 10 goals in 33 appearances last season, helping the team avoid relegation. Sevilla originally paid €5.5 million for him, so the sale generates a significant capital gain to ease the club's financial constraints. Sevilla's sporting director now must find reinforcements for a forward line that currently includes only Isaac Romero and Rafa Mir, the latter being sought for a transfer.
Akor Adams heads to Italy to finalize his signing with Venezia
Nigerian striker Akor Adams is traveling to Italy to complete his transfer from Sevilla to Venezia. The deal, valued at approximately 16.8 million euros fixed plus 6.7 million in variables, was finalized after negotiations between the clubs. Adams joined Sevilla from Montpellier in the winter of 2024-25 but was limited to four matches due to injury. Last season, he played 33 games, scoring 10 goals and helping Sevilla secure La Liga survival. Sevilla originally paid around 5.5 million euros for Adams, generating a significant capital gain. His departure leaves Sevilla with only Isaac Romero and Rafa Mir as forwards, with Mir's exit also being sought. The transfer helps Sevilla improve their financial situation and salary cap flexibility.
Akor Adams Heads to Italy to Finalize Transfer to Venezia
Nigerian striker Akor Adams is traveling to Italy to complete his move from Sevilla to Venezia. The transfer is valued at approximately 16.8 million euros fixed plus 6.7 million in variables, with half of the variables easily achievable. Adams arrived at Sevilla from Montpellier in the winter of 2024-25 but was limited to four matches that season due to injury. Last season, he played 33 games (22 starts), scoring 10 goals and helping the team survive in La Liga. Sevilla originally paid around 5.5 million euros for him, so the sale generates a capital gain to improve the club's financial situation. With Adams' departure, Sevilla's forward line now only has Isaac Romero and Rafa Mir, the latter not training with the group and being sought a way out. The club's sporting director is tasked with finding reinforcements.
Akor Adams Set to Join Venezia from Sevilla for €17 Million
Sevilla FC striker Akor Adams, a 26-year-old Nigerian, is expected to transfer to Serie A promoted side Venezia for approximately €17 million, with potential bonuses raising the total to €23.5 million. Adams previously played two seasons at Montpellier, scoring 13 goals and providing 5 assists, before moving to Sevilla in the winter 2025 transfer window. This season in Andalusia, he has netted 10 goals and added 4 assists. The deal is not yet finalized but would provide significant financial relief for Sevilla, helping them increase their salary cap and register players for next season amid ongoing financial difficulties.
Akor Adams set to join Venezia from Sevilla for €17 million
Sevilla FC striker Akor Adams, a 26-year-old Nigerian international formerly of Montpellier, is expected to transfer to newly promoted Serie A side Venezia for approximately €17 million, according to Spanish media ABC. The deal, which could rise to €23.5 million with performance-related bonuses, would provide significant financial relief for Sevilla, who are struggling with salary cap issues and need to register players for next season. Adams spent two seasons at Montpellier, scoring 13 goals and providing 5 assists, before moving to Sevilla in the 2025 winter transfer window. He has impressed in Andalusia this season with 10 goals and 4 assists. The agreement is not yet finalized but is reportedly close to completion.
Akor Adams set to join Venezia from Sevilla for €17 million
Sevilla FC striker Akor Adams, a 26-year-old Nigerian who previously played for Montpellier, is expected to transfer to newly promoted Serie A side Venezia for approximately €17 million. The deal, reported by Spanish media outlet ABC, could rise to €23.5 million with bonuses tied to performance objectives. Adams spent two seasons at Montpellier, scoring 13 goals and providing 5 assists, before moving to Sevilla in the winter 2025 transfer window. He has impressed in Andalusia this season with 10 goals and 4 assists. The transfer is not yet finalized but would provide significant financial relief for Sevilla, who face salary cap constraints and need to register players for next season.
Akor Adams Transfer to Venezia Nears Completion
Sevilla and Venezia are in the final stages of negotiations for the transfer of Nigerian striker Akor Adams. A verbal agreement has been reached, with the deal expected to be finalized over the weekend. The transfer fee is approximately 15 million euros plus variables, generating a capital gain of nearly 10 million euros for Sevilla, who originally paid Montpellier 5.5 million euros in January 2025. Adams, 26, has played 37 official matches for Sevilla, scoring 10 goals and providing 4 assists. The sale is part of Sevilla's strategy to create salary space for new signings and existing players. Adams recently rejoined the team for preseason but is expected to depart shortly for the newly promoted Serie A side.
Sevilla and Venezia in Final Stages of Akor Adams Transfer Negotiation
Sevilla and Venezia are in the final stages of negotiating the transfer of Nigerian striker Akor Adams to the Italian Serie A club. A verbal agreement has been reached, with the deal expected to be finalized over the weekend. The transfer is valued at approximately 15 million euros plus variables, generating a capital gain of nearly 10 million euros for Sevilla, who originally paid Montpellier 5.5 million euros for Adams in January 2025. The 26-year-old, 1.90-meter tall forward has scored 10 goals and provided four assists in 37 official matches for Sevilla. His departure is part of Sevilla's strategy to create salary space for new signings and retain existing players. The club is also negotiating the exit of defender Nianzou.
Sevilla and Venezia in final negotiations for Akor Adams transfer
Sevilla and Venezia are in the final stages of negotiations for the transfer of Nigerian striker Akor Adams. A verbal agreement has been reached, with the deal expected to be finalized over the weekend. The transfer is valued at approximately 15 million euros plus variables, generating a capital gain of nearly 10 million euros for Sevilla, who originally paid 5.5 million to Montpellier in January 2025. Adams, 26, has played 37 official matches for Sevilla, scoring 10 goals and providing four assists. The sale is part of Sevilla's strategy to create salary space for new signings and retain existing players. Adams recently rejoined the team for preseason but is expected to leave shortly for Venezia, a newly promoted Serie A club.
Venezia Signs Sevilla Forward Akor Adams for €16 Million
Serie A promoted side Venezia has reached an agreement to sign 26-year-old Nigerian striker Akor Adams from Sevilla for €16 million, as confirmed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano with his iconic 'Here we go.' Adams made 33 appearances for Sevilla last season, scoring 10 goals and providing 4 assists. Most of his goals came in the second half of the campaign, playing a key role in helping Sevilla avoid relegation. The transfer is expected to bolster Venezia's attacking options as they prepare for their return to Italy's top flight.
Venezia Sporting Director in Seville to Sign Akor Adams
Filippo Antonelli, sporting director of Venezia, arrived in Seville to personally negotiate the signing of Nigerian striker Akor Adams from Sevilla. Adams has already agreed to a four-year pre-contract with Venezia, who are backed by American investment and singer Drake. Sevilla is demanding at least 15 million euros, rejecting Venezia's initial 10 million offer. The sale is driven by Sevilla's need to reduce wage costs and comply with LaLiga financial restrictions. Venezia, recently promoted to Serie A, sees Adams as a reliable striker. The deal could close quickly if Venezia meets Sevilla's asking price.