Overview
- Local outlet Tribuna Deportiva reported this weekend that Liverpool have stepped up contacts over 19-year-old David Otorbi and were considering his existing €30 million release clause.
- Valencia have told Otorbi they intend to activate a three-year option that would extend his deal and lift the release clause to roughly €60 million, with paperwork said to be pending signature.
- None of the coverage shows a formal bid, a paid clause, or an official confirmation from Valencia, Liverpool, or the player’s representatives, so the story remains unconfirmed.
- Otorbi was stretchered off in Valencia’s recent match with Villarreal, an injury that could delay any move and that interested clubs would likely factor into timing and medical checks.
- In Spain a release clause allows a club or buyer to trigger a unilateral purchase and raising the clause is a common way for selling clubs to strengthen their bargaining position and push buyers toward negotiated deals.