Who Is Etta Eyong, Levante’s Fast-Rising Star, Wanted By Barcelona And Man United?

‎Etta Eyong has quickly become one of the most talked-about talents in Spanish football.

‎His summer move from Villarreal to Levante came as a surprise given the Cameroonian’s impressive potential. Both clubs reportedly included a clause allowing them to benefit financially from a future transfer if his strong form continues.

‎Despite scoring 19 goals for Villarreal’s reserve side last season and already scoring once in LaLiga this term, Villarreal decided to let him go.

‎They gambled on the million-dollar signing of Mikautadze and sold Eyong, surprising many.

‎Now it has emerged that Levante paid just 3.8 million euros for the African striker on 1 September.

‎The club’s economic viability plan to shareholders describes the fee for a player who is already a starter for his national team and has four goals in five La Liga appearances for Levante, plus one assist, as derisory.

‎Etta Eyong’s value has risen to €20 million, according to Transfermarkt. His profile has drawn interest from European giants Barcelona and Manchester City.

‎Complex contract between structure Levante and Villarreal

‎However, there is a catch to the deal Levante completed just six weeks ago. If an offer exceeding €15 million arrives, Levante will be required to sell the player and hand 20% of the profit from that transfer to Villarreal.

‎If the offer is rejected, the Valencians would have to compensate Villarreal with the same capital gain.

‎Villarreal also holds a right of first refusal to match any offer received next summer and to repurchase the player.

‎The termination clause is set at €30 million, a bargain considering Etta Eyong’s on-field performance.