Transfer market: Brian Cipenga attracts interest
Having arrived this summer at UD Almería, Brian Cipenga is already at the center of attention in the transfer market.
FC Krasnodar has made an offer of €12 million, including bonuses, to secure the services of the winger. However, the bid was immediately rejected by the Spanish club, which is counting on its new attacking gem.
Cipenga is coming off an impressive season with CD Castellón, where he played on loan. His dribbling ability, speed, and knack for making the difference in one-on-one situations quickly caught the eye.
The Congolese forward also made headlines at the World Cup by scoring a goal against England in the round of 16, a performance that further boosted his profile.
Almería wants to keep its new signing
Signed on a free transfer after leaving Castellón, Brian Cipenga now represents both a sporting and financial opportunity for Almería. The Spanish club has reminded suitors of his release clause set at €40 million and would reportedly consider offers between €15 and €20 million before entertaining a transfer.
While Krasnodar has already shown its interest, Cipenga's future could continue to be one of the major talking points of the transfer window in the coming weeks.