OFFICIAL: Barca confirm signing of Brazilian rising star Gustavo Maia

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OFFICIAL: Barca confirm signing of Brazilian rising star Gustavo Maia
  • Barcelona have finally confirmed the signing of highly talented Brazilian attacker Gustavo Maia from Sao Paulo.
  • The 19-year-old has signed a five-year deal with the Catalan club.
  • He will have a €300m release clause; for comparison, Ansu Fati's buyout clause is currently set at mere €170m.
  • The whole operation cost Barca around €4.5 million.
  • Maia will join Barcelona B as soon as he arrives from Brazil, possibly in mid-August.
  • The 19-year-old is described as a pacey forward with decent finishing skills and an eye for a pass.
  • In 2018, he reached his personal best as he scored 30 goals in 36 games.

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