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Brian Cipenga has become one of the great sensations in the Almería market without having debuted yet with the Andalusian team. The rojiblanco club signed him for free after his brilliant season in Castellón, but they have already received a very important offer for the African footballer, according to the latest transfer rumors from Spain.
Krasnodar from Russia has put an offer of €12M on the table for Brian Cipenga, though Almería has decided to reject it. The Andalusian entity fully trusts the forward and refers to a release clause of €40M.
Almería Takes a Strong Stand for Brian Cipenga and Rejects a €12M Offer
The signing of Brian Cipenga is starting to look like a highly valuable move for Almería. The forward arrived at no cost after standing out in Castellón, where he scored six goals and provided nine assists during the past season.
A very complete performance that caught the attention of several clubs and eventually led to his arrival at the Andalusian team.
Most notably, his value has soared even before officially donning the Almería shirt. The rojiblanco club didn't have to pay a transfer fee, yet they have already received a €12M offer from Russia.
FK Krasnodar has presented an offer of 12 million euros plus bonuses for Brian Cipenga: Almería says no.
— Matteo Moretto (@MatteMoretto) July 10, 2026
Brian Cipenga has a release clause of 40 million.
A significant amount for a newly acquired player, confirming that the sporting director has identified a very powerful market opportunity.
However, Almería is not willing to rush. Rejecting such an offer for a player who arrived for free is a statement of intent.
The club believes that Brian Cipenga can be a key piece in the new project and is not prepared to let him go at the first opportunity. His €40M release clause reflects that confidence.
Krasnodar has tried to move quickly to get ahead of other interested clubs.
The €12M offer shows that the Russian team sees in Brian Cipenga a player of both present and future, capable of making a difference with his speed, imbalance, and ability to produce in the final third.
Almería's response has been clear. The Andalusian club deems the offer insufficient and has no intention of opening the door to an immediate departure unless a sum much closer to their demands is offered.
At this moment, the strategy is to keep the player, integrate him into the squad, and see how far he can go within the team.
His outstanding World Cup performance with the Democratic Republic of Congo national team has also impacted his valuation. Brian Cipenga has proven on the international stage that his successful season at Castellón was no fluke.
This combined performance at club and international level explains why the market has quickly heated up.
The release clause for Brian Cipenga is set at €40M, a figure that clearly states Almería's position. The club does not want to lose one of its most promising assets for an amount that, although significant, could fall short if the player continues to progress.
For the player, this situation signifies a radical change. Just a few months ago, he was shining at Castellón, and now he arrives at Almería with a million-euro offer already turned down and all eyes on his performance.
The pressure will be higher, but so will the opportunity to establish himself as one of the most attractive forwards in Spanish football.
The Andalusian club has found a very valuable market asset. If Brian Cipenga delivers on the field, his value may continue to rise throughout the season.
Hence, selling now does not seem like the best option for Almería, who aims to build a competitive project with players capable of making a difference.
For now, Krasnodar misses out on the signing, while Almería stands firm in its choice. Brian Cipenga arrived for free, now worth much more than his cost, and with a €40M clause that affirms the rojiblanco ambition with one of the standout names of the summer.
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