Barcelona could finalise €22 million exit by tomorrow, Kounde registration imminent

With not much time left in the transfer window, Barcelona are hoping to conclude the exit of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang at the earliest possible.

To that end, the Catalans are in talks with the 33-year-old’s agent regarding a potential move to Chelsea, while discussions are also being held between the clubs to agree a transfer fee for him, reports Nathan Gissing.

All parties hope to finalise a deal as early as tomorrow, which would enable Barcelona to register Jules Kounde in time for their next La Liga clash.

Chelsea are said to have tabled an offer worth €22 million in fixed payments and another €5 million in variables. Barcelona, for their part, were holding out for a total package worth around €30 million, but could be willing to change their position due to their desperate situation.

Personal terms are already believed to have been agreed between Aubameyang and Chelsea. So, the only thing that remains is for the two clubs to come to an agreement on the transfer fee and split-up between fixed payments and add-ons.

With everyone involved in the deal hoping to finalise it by tomorrow, things could happen in the coming hours.

Barcelona are said to be needing at least €18 million in order for them to register Jules Kounde, who is the only new player at the club that remains unregistered. The defender is said to have grown frustrated with the situation and is seeking a swift resolution.

Barça play their next game in La Liga on Sunday when they host Real Valladolid at Spotify Camp Nou. The sooner they can finalise Aubameyang’s departure, the sooner they can ensure that Kounde is registered in time for that clash.