KAA Gent is set for a major financial windfall from the record transfer of Matias Fernandez-Pardo to Newcastle United. The Belgian club will receive approximately five million euros due to a sell-on clause agreed in 2024, as reported by Sporza Voetbal this week.
The 21-year-old Belgian international moved from Lille to the Premier League side for a reported fee of 60 million euros, potentially rising to 65 million with add-ons. Fernandez-Pardo spent two seasons in France's Ligue 1 but did not feature at all in his first campaign with Lille during the 2023-2024 season. Gent had sold the midfielder to the French club for 11.5 million euros in the summer of 2024, securing a ten percent sell-on clause on any future profit.
What is the exact financial gain for Gent?
The precise sum for KAA Gent depends on the final transfer fee. Based on the base amount of 60 million euros, the clause yields around five million euros. If all bonuses at Newcastle are met, this figure increases further. This financial boost arrives at an opportune time for the Buffaloes, who currently sit third in the Jupiler Pro League with nine points from three games. The team has scored six goals and conceded two, resulting in a goal difference of plus four.
The Gent-based side trails league leaders Charleroi by three points in the title race. Attention now turns to the next fixture, a home match against OH Leuven on September 3rd. Leuven occupies 17th place, presenting a chance to continue the positive run. Fans can view the full schedule on our fixtures page.
What did Fernandez-Pardo say about his move?
Upon his unveiling at Newcastle, the young Red Devil expressed his hunger for success. "I am still young, I am hungry and that's why I am here. I want to make progress with Newcastle." said Matias Fernandez-Pardo. His departure from Lille marks a rapid ascent in his career, following a period without any minutes immediately after his move from Belgium.
How does this fit into Gent's current context?
The additional revenue from this transfer provides the club with more flexibility for current and future operations. The funds can be used to strengthen a squad that is performing strongly. The defence has conceded only two goals in three league matches, a statistic available on our stats page. KAA Gent's board has again demonstrated shrewd market dealings by securing a valuable clause when selling a talented player.
This financial injection coincides with a perfect league start. The team is firmly in the top three and can maintain pressure on the frontrunners. The current league table can always be followed via our standings overview. The home fixture against OH Leuven takes place on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026, at the Ghelamco Arena.
