Scheme between Sevilla and Atlético

The two Spanish clubs have reached a curious agreement for a football player

Mario Roldán Martínez | 28 Jul 2026 | 19.00
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Sorloth and Gudelj battle for a ball / EFE
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Julio Díaz, 21-year-old left-back, is on the verge of becoming a new player for Sevilla this summer transfer window following the agreement reached with Atlético de Madrid. The deal involves the payment of 1.5 million euros for 50% of his rights, while the red and white club will retain a buy-back option of 2 million during the first two seasons.

The player has already traveled to the Andalusian capital to undergo a medical examination and sign a contract until 2030 after receiving permission from Atlético de Madrid to leave the pre-season training and finalize the last details of the transfer.

Julio Díaz leads an operation with a future formula

The chosen formula makes Julio Díaz one of the most unique moves in the summer market. Sevilla acquires 50% of the player's rights for 1.5 million euros, while Atlético de Madrid reserves a buy-back clause set at 2 million euros during the first two seasons, as reported by Eduardo Sanina and later confirmed by several sources.

This type of transaction allows the Sevillian club to bring in a promising player without making a considerable investment, while the Madrid club maintains the possibility of reclaiming him for a minimal amount if his progress meets expectations.

Julio Díaz is already in Seville / Atlético de Madrid Club

The defender, a U-20 international with Spain, made his debut with Atlético de Madrid's first team during the previous season and played in four official matches, providing an assist in one of them. Those minutes sparked interest from several clubs before Sevilla managed to secure the deal.

Sevilla outpaces other suitors of Julio Díaz

Prior to finalizing his move to the Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, Julio Díaz was very close to joining Levante, with advanced negotiations that were ultimately shelved when Sevilla submitted its final proposal.

The Andalusian club considers the acquisition of a left-back essential to expand its squad's options. The arrival of the academy product does not hinge on other sales but could modify the planning of that position in the coming weeks.

An increasingly used formula in the market

The structure of this deal reflects a growing trend in Spanish football. Selling a share of sporting rights along with a prearranged buy-back allows clubs to develop players outside their roster without using up loan spots, which are limited, while retaining decision-making power regarding their future.

In Julio Díaz's case, Atlético de Madrid maintains a strategic position. If the full-back confirms his progress at Sevilla, they can bring him back for a predetermined amount. Otherwise, the Andalusian club will have a player under contract until 2030, while the market remains on alert for a deal that could be reactivated over the next two seasons.

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