Sergio Agüero has initiated legal proceedings against Barcelona, seeking €3 million ($3.2 million) in compensation for the termination of his contract.
Agüero, who joined Barça from Manchester City in 2021 on a two-year deal, had his stint at the club abruptly cut short after just five appearances due to health issues.
The Argentine forward was diagnosed with cardiac arrhythmia following a La Liga match against Alavés, which ultimately forced his early retirement from football on medical grounds.
When Agüero retired, the separation between him and the Catalan giants seemed amicable.
However, recent developments have revealed that the former City star has taken legal action, alleging that Barcelona owes him a significant sum as part of the compensation for terminating his contract.
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According to Mundo Deportivo, the legal notice was confirmed in Barcelona’s 2023-24 annual financial report, with Agüero claiming the €3 million he was entitled to upon his departure.
Goal reports that the case, which has now been brought before the courts, adds to Barcelona’s growing list of legal troubles, which already includes issues like a lawsuit over the transfer of Ousmane Dembélé and other unpaid wages.
This legal dispute between Agüero and Barcelona underscores the complex contractual obligations players and clubs often navigate, especially when unforeseen circumstances like health issues arise.
The case continues to unfold, with Barcelona juggling several other legal challenges alongside their financial difficulties.
Meanwhile, Agüero’s legacy as a world-class striker remains untarnished despite this ongoing legal battle.
