Karim Adeyemi is on the verge of joining Barcelona, with the club having already secured a verbal agreement with the forward. Negotiations are now underway with Borussia Dortmund to finalize the transfer fee, which German media reports estimate could fall between 30 and 40 million euros. This development was initially disclosed by journalist Gerard Romero via “Jijantes.”
The push to bring Adeyemi to Camp Nou comes directly from Barcelona’s coach Hansi Flick, who has openly expressed admiration for the young talent. Flick has personally requested the club’s sporting management, headed by Deco, to prioritize signing the player. According to the coach, Adeyemi’s qualities align seamlessly with the tactical approach he is implementing at Barcelona.
Having been linked with Barcelona since his time at Salzburg, Adeyemi’s contract with Dortmund runs until June 30, 2027. This timeline places pressure on Dortmund to negotiate promptly, as allowing the player to enter the final year of his contract could risk losing him on a free transfer.
A bullet in attack
Adeyemi’s standout attribute is his blistering speed, which has earned him a reputation as a constant threat to defenders. During his Champions League debut in 2021 against Sevilla—while still representing Salzburg—he managed to draw three penalties in just 45 minutes, signaling his potential as a dynamic offensive weapon.