Sassuolo Calcio has officially confirmed the departure of Serbian midfielder Uros Racic. The club announced that Racic has completed a permanent transfer to Greek Super League side Aris Thessaloniki.
The move sees the 26-year-old midfielder conclude his tenure with the Italian club, having been deemed surplus to requirements within the Sassuolo squad structure. While the term “surplus” in football often implies a lack of utility, it primarily signifies a strategic decision regarding squad composition and financial planning.
Sources indicate the permanent deal is valued at approximately €3 million, a fee Sassuolo has accepted to facilitate the player`s move and potentially free up resources.
Racic`s time at Sassuolo was characterized by periods away from the club on loan. He previously had temporary spells with West Bromwich Albion in England and Braga in Portugal. It was at Braga where he spent the most recent period, reportedly putting in some convincing performances during the latter half of his time there.
Intriguingly, Braga held a purchase option for the player, reportedly set at €2.5 million. Despite his contributions, the Portuguese club ultimately chose not to activate this clause, opting instead, as is the way of football, for `other solutions`. This decision paved the way for Sassuolo to seek a new destination for the player, eventually leading to the agreement with Aris Thessaloniki.
For Aris Thessaloniki, the acquisition represents an opportunity to strengthen their midfield with an experienced player who has competed in various European leagues. For Racic, the transfer to Greece marks a new chapter, offering the prospect of consistent playing time and a fresh environment after navigating the complexities of loan spells and squad considerations in Italy.
The official announcement from Sassuolo conveyed a standard message wishing the player well for his future endeavors, bringing a formal conclusion to his association with the club.