Bayern Munich implemented astute contractual clauses during the sale of Joshua Zirkzee to Bologna, as managed by the club’s former director Hasan Salihamidzić. The deal, which took place in 2022, included several financially beneficial terms for the German giants.
Key clauses in Zirkzee’s contract:
- A 50% sell-on clause, ensuring Bayern receives half of any future transfer fee Bologna receives for Zirkzee.
- A €40 million release clause, which would result in a €20 million return for Bayern if triggered.
- An initial transfer fee of €8.5 million paid to Bayern for Zirkzee’s move to Bologna.
These clauses were strategically included to secure Bayern Munich’s financial interests in the future performance and potential transfer of Zirkzee.