After long negotiations: Salzburg grabs Austria’s top player

It was agreed not to disclose the terms of the transfer; according to KURIER information, Salzburg should transfer around three million euros to Vienna.

Abu Bakr Barry: “I’m very happy that the move has been completed and that I’m now at FC Red Bull Salzburg. I knew quite early on that I wanted to go to Salzburg, this decision was very clear to me. I already know the club a little from previous duels and know what to expect, what kind of football is played here and what the goals are – namely to win titles. I want that too, I’ll do everything for it.”

Salzburg’s sports director Marcus Mann says: “Abu has already shown what he is capable of achieving in the Bundesliga. We are convinced that he has not yet exhausted his potential and will show that with us. We are pleased that he is moving to FC Red Bull Salzburg and will start team training with us on Monday.”

Austria’s sports director Tomas Zorn: „Abubakr Barry’s move to FC Red Bull Salzburg underlines our strategic direction. Our aim is to develop players in the best possible way, to sustainably increase their market values ​​and to create economic added value for Austria Vienna through successful transfers. Abu is an excellent example of how we can not only specifically promote players from our own academy, but also external talent and prepare them for the next step in their careers. The transfer confirms the quality of our sporting work and shows that Austria Vienna is an attractive club for ambitious players who want to develop at the highest level. It is precisely this position that we want to consistently strengthen further in the coming years. We would like to thank Abu for his commitment and wish him all the best for his future!”