The goalkeeper leaves the Spanish capital after not getting enough opportunities in the first team.
Fran González, Real Madrid’s 21-year-old goalkeeper, is very close to a move to Sevilla. He has already reached an agreement with the Andalusian club, and negotiations between the clubs are now entering the final stages to determine the final terms of the transfer.
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The information, which was released by Ramón Álvarez de Mon, is confirmed by news from Seville that places the negotiations in an advanced phase. The transfer fee has not been disclosed, but the talks revolve around transfer terms and what rights Real Madrid will keep over the player.
Fran González has said yes to Sevilla
The first step is in the box. Fran González has accepted Sevilla’s offer, who wants to strengthen the goalkeeper position after several moves in the summer transfer window.
The goalkeeper, born on June 24, 2005, has a contract with Real Madrid until June 30, 2028. Spanish U21 international, 1.99 meters tall – and considered one of the most promising goalkeepers from Real Madrid’s own academy. The market value is estimated at 3 million euros, according to Transfermarkt.
Last season, he made 28 appearances for Castilla, conceding 39 goals and keeping three clean sheets. He has already debuted for Real Madrid’s first team in official matches.
Real Madrid negotiates terms
With an agreement between the player and Sevilla, the agreement between the clubs now remains to be finalized.
The negotiations revolve around a solution that allows Real Madrid to retain some control over Fran González’s future. Among the options being considered, a sale with a percentage of a future resale – or a deal with a buy-back clause – is a well-known strategy for the Madrid club when it comes to their own academy players.
Sevilla see the goalkeeper as a priority, but acknowledge that there are still points to be resolved before the transfer can be considered complete.
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Next step in the deal between Sevilla and Real Madrid
The outcome depends on the clubs agreeing on the final terms in the next few days. If the negotiations do not go off the rails, Fran González will leave Real Madrid for Sevilla – where he hopes for continuity at the highest level. Currently, the agreement with the player is in place, and it is the club discussions that determine the time of the final confirmation.
