Sevilla’s worsening financial crisis threatens to cost the club one of its most prized attacking assets, with Nigerian forward Akor Adams among the players the cash-strapped La Liga side may be forced to offload before the end of June.
Adams and Ejuke reportedly on the transfer list
Reports indicate that Adams, aged 26, is one of Sevilla’s first-team players currently being considered for sale as the club looks for urgent funding. The same situation is said to apply to another Super Eagles international, winger Chidera Ejuke, who is also reportedly available for transfer.
- Akor Adams (26) is among the Sevilla players said to be on the market as the club tries to plug a major financial gap.
- Chidera Ejuke is also reportedly available for a move for similar financial reasons.
Why Sevilla may have to sell
Sevilla’s problems are rooted in the club’s cost structure. Last season, wage and personnel spending reportedly accounted for 99% of total revenue—nearly double the accepted “healthy” range of 60% to 70%. That imbalance has left Sevilla at the bottom of La Liga’s Squad Cost Limit standings.
The financial strain has intensified after a takeover attempt collapsed. A proposed buyout linked to Sergio Ramos—valued at €440 million—fell through last week after the former Real Madrid defender returned to talks with a significantly reduced offer. With the revised terms no longer acceptable, Sevilla’s shareholders walked away from the deal.
- Personnel costs reportedly took up 99% of Sevilla’s total revenue last season, far above the 60–70% benchmark.
- Sevilla sits at the bottom of La Liga’s Squad Cost Limit rankings.
- A €440 million takeover proposal involving Sergio Ramos collapsed after a reduced offer prompted shareholders to withdraw.
Adams’ impact and rising value
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the club, Adams has stood out as a crucial figure. He scored an important goal in Sevilla’s victory over Espanyol on May 9, a result that helped ease the pressure of relegation fears.
In the 2025–26 campaign, Adams ended the season as Sevilla’s leading league scorer, finding the net eight times in La Liga.
His international performances have also boosted his profile. Adams secured a starting role for the Super Eagles at the 2025 AFCON in Morocco, where Nigeria finished third.
As his reputation has grown, his Transfermarkt valuation has climbed to roughly €30 million. Premier League clubs are believed to be keeping a close watch on his situation.
- Adams scored in Sevilla’s win over Espanyol on May 9, helping reduce relegation concerns.
- He finished the 2025–26 season as Sevilla’s top league scorer with eight goals.
- At the 2025 AFCON in Morocco, Adams started for the Super Eagles as Nigeria finished third.
- His Transfermarkt value is reportedly around €30 million, with Premier League sides monitoring him.
Ramos deal ends, and exits loom before June
With the Ramos takeover now dead and no clear route to new ownership appearing immediately, Sevilla’s search for fresh investors is continuing. However, the club may still have to rely on profitable player sales in the short term, placing Adams among the most likely departures for the summer window.
