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Future of Barcelona defender in doubt after ACL injury
TL;DR
Barcelona defender Patricio Pacifico's future is uncertain after suffering an ACL injury while playing for Barca Atletic. His potential permanent transfer to the club is now in jeopardy.
Key points
- Patricio Pacifico suffered an ACL injury.
- His future with Barcelona is uncertain.
- Pacifico was on loan from Defensor Sporting.
- Barcelona had a buy option for €2.8 million.
- He needed to play 10 matches for an obligatory purchase.
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Future of Barcelona defender in doubt after ACL injury
Barcelona looked set to sign Uruguayan left-back Patricio Pacifico on a permanent basis this summer, but that is now in doubt. The 20-year-old suffered a serious knee injury on Sunday while in action for Barca Atletic.
Pacifico joined the club on loan from Defensor Sporting in January, with a buy option for 80% of his rights in exchange for €2.8m this summer. There was also a clause in a contract that would make the purchase of 50% of his rights obligatory if Pacifico featured on 10 occasions for Barca Atletic. He was on course to reach nine by the end of their season, with the potential to hit that objective if Barca Atletic made the play-offs.
Pacifico diagnosed with ACL injury
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The worst fears have been confirmed for Pacifico, who came off in tears in the final stages of a 1-1 draw with Olot. MD say that it is an anterior cruciate ligament injury, that is expected to keep him out for eight to nine months. Pacifico will undergo surgery in Barcelona in the coming days.
Pacifico future now in doubt
Q&A
What happened to Barcelona defender Patricio Pacifico?
Patricio Pacifico suffered a serious ACL injury while playing for Barca Atletic.
How does Patricio Pacifico's injury affect his transfer to Barcelona?
Pacifico's ACL injury puts his permanent transfer to Barcelona in doubt, as he was close to meeting contract conditions for a buy option.
What are the terms of Patricio Pacifico's loan agreement with Barcelona?
Pacifico joined Barcelona on loan with a buy option for 80% of his rights for €2.8 million, and an obligatory purchase clause if he played 10 matches.
