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Lucien Agoumé, a 24-year-old midfielder, is at the center of the latest news about Sevilla as he is being monitored by several Premier League clubs ahead of the January market. The Andalusian team has a release clause of 40 million euros and hopes for approaches during the winter.
The scenario has changed compared to last summer. Agoumé then rejected a proposal from Saudi Arabia ranging between 20 and 25 million euros, an operation that could have allowed Sevilla to cash in before the start of LaLiga.
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Lucien Agoumé gains importance at Sevilla
Lucien Agoumé's performance during this early season has raised his significance within the team. He has been a starter in the first seven rounds of LaLiga, playing 630 minutes without being substituted in any of those matches.
Sevilla has four wins, one draw, and two losses, totaling 13 points out of 21. This record keeps the team in the upper ranks of the standings after seven rounds, marking its best league start in recent years.
Agoumé is primarily acting as a defensive midfielder within Luis García Plaza's system. Despite zero goals and assists, his continuous presence explains his importance in the midfield structure. Not selling him was Sevilla's greatest success this summer.
The arrival of Youssouf Fofana, on loan this season from Milan, has also added a new piece to the midfield. Fofana himself has publicly praised the growth of his compatriot and his influence within the team.
Sevilla safeguards a 9 million investment
Sevilla initially brought in Agoumé in January 2024 through a loan from Inter. Subsequently, they acquired part of his rights and, after another deal in the summer of 2025, they gained control over 90% of the player.
The total investment by the club amounts to around 9 million euros. Inter retains the remaining 10% of his rights, a situation that would also have economic consequences in any future sale.
Agoumé's contract expires on June 30, 2028, with a release clause of 40 million. This figure sets a clear benchmark given the interest emerging from England.
For several Premier League clubs, this amount is within acceptable limits, although no formal offers have been disclosed yet. Sevilla anticipates more concrete contacts as the winter market approaches.

Premier League threatens to lure Lucien Agoumé from LaLiga
The English interest is not solely due to this season's start. Premier League clubs were already monitoring Lucien Agoumé previously, and his current performance in Spain has further increased the speculation surrounding his future.
The decision from last summer now allows Sevilla to negotiate from a different position. Agoumé turned down an offer of up to 25 million, while his current clause raises the potential deal ceiling to 40 million.
In the coming months, the club will have to decide whether to extend his contract or consider a sale before entering the final two years. With the upcoming January transfer window as the next milestone, any specific offer for Lucien Agoumé will force Sevilla to weigh keeping the player or turning his growth into a financial move.
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