Napoli have finalised the transfer of Rafa Marín from Real Madrid for a fee of €12 million. The deal includes a buy-back clause, allowing Real Madrid to re-sign the defender for €25 million in 2026 or €35 million in 2027.
Buy-Back Clause Details
The agreement also provides Napoli with an option to pay an additional €10 million in 2025. This payment would double the buy-back clause values to €50 million for 2026 and €70 million for 2027.
Background
Rafa Marín, a promising young defender, has been with Real Madrid but will now continue his career in Serie A with Napoli. The transfer has been in the works for several weeks, with both clubs finalising the agreement on 25 June 2024.
Previous Developments
- On 3 July 2024, it was reported that Rafa Marín would join Napoli from Real Madrid.
- On 21 June 2024, news emerged that Marín was set to join Napoli.
- On 20 June 2024, it was revealed that Real Madrid would earn €15 million from the transfers of Rafa Marín and Alex Jimenez.
- On 19 June 2024, reports indicated that Napoli and Real Madrid were nearing an agreement for Marín’s transfer.
This transfer marks a significant move for both clubs, with Napoli bolstering their defence and Real Madrid securing future options on the player.