Strasbourg has finalized the permanent transfer of 20-year-old Argentina international left-back Valentín Barco from Brighton & Hove Albion. Both clubs have confirmed the deal. Strasbourg activated the automatic purchase clause included in his loan agreement. The transfer fee is reported to be around €10 million. This move follows Strasbourg`s recent permanent acquisitions of Andrew Omobamidele and Samuel Amo-Ameyaw.
Barco spent the latter half of the 2024/25 Ligue 1 season on loan at Strasbourg. The left-back made 15 appearances and delivered impressive performances under coach Liam Rosenior. Brighton & Hove Albion Technical Director David Weir commented, “This is a move that suits all parties, and we wish Valentin the best of luck for the future.” Barco has now signed a contract with Strasbourg that runs until 2029.
