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The future of Akor Adams is starting to move away from Sevilla. The Nigerian forward, who belongs to the Seville club, has reached a total agreement with Venezia to become a new player for the Italian team. The deal is not yet closed between clubs, but the step taken by the player is significant and indicates that the Venetian path is gaining strength in this transfer market, according to the latest transfer market rumors from Sevilla FC.
Sevilla signed Akor Adams in January 2025 for a slightly less than six million euros. At that time, the signing aimed to fulfill the need for a physical, powerful striker with the ability to attack the penalty area. The African has shown promise, and in the 25/26 season, he managed to score 10 goals in LaLiga, a feat that has increased his value and allows the Andalusian club to aim for a sale with a significant capital gain.
Initially, Sevilla intends to receive 20 million euros for Akor Adams, an amount deemed appropriate in Nervión considering his performance, age, and competitiveness. However, Venezia does not seem willing to reach that figure. The Italian club aims to close the deal but seeks to do so within more adjusted financial parameters. At the moment, all signs point to the transfer being settled for an amount close to 15 million euros.
Venezia has Akor Adams' approval and is already negotiating with Sevilla for a €15M transfer
The move by Venezia is significant. Before making the final effort for an agreement with Sevilla, the Italian team has managed to persuade Akor Adams, a crucial step in advancing the operation.
The striker views the opportunity to start a new chapter in Italy favorably, where he could have a leading role and become an offensive reference within the Venetian project.
For Akor Adams, the change could also be appealing from a sporting perspective. While at Sevilla, he competed in a demanding environment with constant pressure and the need for immediate results.
His goal-scoring performance in LaLiga has been positive, but the chance to have a more central role at Venezia could ultimately be decisive. At 26 years old, the Nigerian is at an ideal age to take on responsibilities and make a significant move in his career.
The player's agreement now leaves the negotiation in the hands of the clubs. Venezia is aware that acquiring a forward who scored 10 goals in LaLiga cannot be done for free, but they also understand that Sevilla needs to make moves and generate income. This situation could facilitate finding a middle ground between the initial expectations of the Andalusian club and the Italian proposal.
Sevilla's stance is clear: to sell, yes, but not at a loss. Akor Adams was acquired for less than six million euros, and a sale for 15 million would already yield a significant profit for the club.
In a market where every operation matters, earning that amount for a player who joined relatively recently would be economically beneficial.
Nevertheless, in Nervión, they were hoping for more. The target was set at 20 million euros to consider Akor Adams's departure a complete success.
The issue arises as Venezia hesitates to meet this sum and is attempting to negotiate final terms. While the gap between the two sides seems bridgeable, it does require intense negotiation in the upcoming days.
Sevilla also needs to assess the squad's context. If the club believes part of the money can be reinvested in another offensive profile or in other priority positions, a sale for 15 million might be accepted.
The transfer of Akor Adams to Venezia makes sense for all parties involved. The player finds a new opportunity in a competitive league, the Italian club adds a striker with recent experience in LaLiga, and Sevilla achieves a significant profit compared to the initial outlay in January 2025.
The key lies in finalizing the price. If the deal settles around 15 million euros, Sevilla will have significantly multiplied its initial investment, although not reaching the dream figure of 20 million.
For a club needing to precisely manage its market moves, selling Akor Adams can be one of those beneficial transactions that aid in balancing the books and reshaping the squad.
The path seems well laid out. Akor Adams has already approved Venezia, and now it remains for the Italian club to come closer to Sevilla's demands. Unless an unexpected turn of events occurs, the Nigerian forward could be heading to Italy in a deal that would inject fresh funds into Nervión and open the door to new movements in Sevilla's attacking line.
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