ASSE thought it had won the Irvin Cardona case. But according to L'Equipe, the Espanyol Barcelona club is complicating discussions. Here are the latest details of the operation.
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When clicking on the article published by the L'Equipe newspaper website, “Mercato: Espanyol Barcelona blocks Irvin Cardona, expected by Saint-Étienne”the ASSE supporters shuddered. But let the Green People rest assured, the French striker is still on track for Forez. The file still has a few obstacles but none seem insurmountable to date.
-Espanyol wants to share the bill
The first sticking point is the compensation for Irvin Cardona's loan. Augsburg and Espanyol Barcelona have agreed on a loan fee worth one million euros for the 2024-2025 season. Since Cardona does not finish the season, Barcelona leaders are demanding a payment from ASSE of 500,000 euros, or half of the planned compensation. A “surprise” compensation for Saint-Etienne leaders, which can always be understood.
Cardona will cut his salary
When everything is settled between Espanyol Barcelona, Augsburg and ASSE, it will then remain to find an agreement with Irvin Cardona. The main subject is the player's salary. L'Equipe reports that he received 100,000 euros per month in Germany, and 120,000 euros since he was in Spain. To come to ASSE, the former Brest player would have to agree to lower his remuneration. A strong gesture which shows his motivation to join the project. Expected for this weekend, Irvin Cardona should not arrive until the following week, time to resolve the two details mentioned.
