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The Full Story Behind Donny van de Beek’s Surprising Move to Girona

25 February 2024, Hesse, Frankfurt/Main: Soccer: Bundesliga, Eintracht Frankfurt - VfL Wolfsburg, matchday 23, at Deutsche Bank Park. Frankfurt's Ansgar Knauff (l-r), goal scorer Philipp Max, Donny van de Beek and Hugo Ekitiké celebrate after the 1:1 draw. Photo: Arne Dedert/dpa - IMPORTANT NOTE: In accordance with the regulations of the DFL German Football League and the DFB German Football Association, it is prohibited to utilize or have utilized photographs taken in the stadium and/or of the match in the form of sequential images and/or video-like photo series.
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Donny van de Beek is set to join Girona from Manchester United in a permanent move. The deal, which includes a €500k fixed fee and several add-ons, could potentially rise to €15 million. This transfer marks a significant step for Van de Beek as he looks to revive his career in La Liga.

  • Van de Beek’s transfer fee includes a €500k fixed fee with add-ons potentially increasing the total to €15 million.
  • He has signed a contract with Girona until June 2028.
  • Manchester United will retain a sell-on clause as part of the deal.

Van de Beek’s Transfer to Girona

Donny van de Beek’s move to Girona has been confirmed, with the Dutch midfielder signing a contract until June 2028. According to a tweet from transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal includes a €500k fixed fee, with easy add-ons that could bring the total fee up to €4/5 million, and further add-ons potentially making it €15 million.


Van de Beek, who struggled to secure regular playing time at Manchester United, will be looking for a fresh start at Girona. His time at Manchester United saw him join for a reported fee of €39 million but included loan spells at Everton and Eintracht Frankfurt.

Player Profile: Donny van de Beek

Born on April 18, 1997, in Nijkerkerveen, Netherlands, Donny van de Beek is a central midfielder standing at 1.84 meters. He began his youth career at Veensche Boys before moving to Ajax Amsterdam, where he played from 2008 to 2015. Van de Beek made a significant impact at Ajax, contributing to their domestic and European successes.

His professional career includes:

  • Ajax Amsterdam (2015-2020): Key player in domestic and European competitions.
  • Manchester United (2020-2024): Joined for €39 million but struggled for regular starts.
  • Everton (Loan, 2022): Loan spell to gain more playing time.
  • Eintracht Frankfurt (2024): Short stint before the move to Girona.

Transfer Details

Van de Beek’s transfer to Girona includes a €500k fixed fee, with add-ons potentially increasing the total to €15 million. The contract runs until June 2028, and Manchester United will have a sell-on clause. This structured deal indicates Girona’s strategic investment in Van de Beek’s potential future value.

Performance and Potential

At Manchester United, Van de Beek struggled to find consistent playing time, leading to loan spells and his eventual transfer. This move to Girona represents a fresh start, where he can potentially become a key player and revive his career. The financial aspects of the deal highlight Girona’s commitment to nurturing Van de Beek’s potential.

For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Van de Beek’s profile on Transfermarkt.

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