According to a report from AS, Premier League side Liverpool are considering triggering the release clause of Takefusa Kubo, which is set at €60 million.
Interestingly, if this deal materialises, Real Madrid stand to gain a substantial amount of €27 million from the transaction.
It must be noted that Kubo is currently playing for Real Sociedad, and losing him could be a major blow for the club in sporting terms. However, from a financial perspective, it could be highly advantageous not just for Sociedad but also for Madrid.
A win-win for Sociedad and Madrid
According to reports in Japan, Liverpool are in negotiations with Kubo’s agents regarding his salary, showing their willingness to meet the €60 million release clause.
This would pave the way for the Japanese winger to make a move to the Premier League, something that has been speculated about in the past but now seems more likely than ever.
Real Madrid, Kubo’s former club, are poised to benefit significantly from this potential transfer. The Spanish giants hold 50% of the rights to any future sale of Kubo, with a starting capital gain threshold of €6 million.
This means that if Liverpool activate the €60 million clause, Real Madrid would be entitled to 50% of the remaining €54 million. As a result, the club would secure €27 million from this transaction.
Given that Real Madrid have no plans to re-sign Kubo, this arrangement represents an excellent financial gain for them without any impact on their current squad.
Liverpool are in touch with Kubo’s agents
The negotiations between Liverpool and Kubo’s representatives are reportedly advanced but not yet finalized.
Liverpool are keen to bolster their attacking options after falling short in their quest to win the Premier League title once again. Kubo, who has been steadily improving, played a total of 41 games in all competitions for Real Sociedad last season.
During this time, he scored seven goals and provided five assists, showcasing his potential and growth as a player.