Clyburn leaves Barça after activating his release clause
The player, who arrived from Virtus Bologna in the summer of 2025, is leaving after a season where he played 68 games with the azulgrana.
FC Barcelona has officially confirmed the departure of Will Clyburn, who joins the long list of players leaving the Blaugrana club during this transitional period. The exit of the American forward marks the ninth departure from the team, following the likes of Jan Vesely, Tomas Satoransky, Willy Hernangómez, and Nico Laprovittola, among others. Additionally, the club has also announced the farewell of coach Xavi Pascual.
Clyburn, who had signed a two-year contract set to expire in the summer of 2027, has chosen to exercise the release clause included in his agreement with the Barcelona entity. The club's official statement values the professionalism and performance displayed by the player during the 2025/26 season, wishing him success both personally and professionally in his future challenges.
A Season of Adaptation at Barça
The American player arrived in Barcelona in the summer of 2025 from Virtus Bologna, where he had developed his career in the Italian league. His addition to the Blaugrana team coincided with a squad renovation, aiming to strengthen the perimeter positions to compete in top European competitions.
During his tenure at the club, Clyburn played a total of 68 games across various competitions. His participation included 33 matches in the EuroLeague, 31 in the Liga Endesa, 2 in the Copa del Rey, and 2 in the Liga Catalana. While these numbers reflect a consistent presence in the squad, his impact did not prove pivotal to the team's plans.
Statistics and Performance in the EuroLeague
In the 33 EuroLeague games played, Clyburn averaged 13.8 points per game, establishing himself as a reliable offensive contributor in the top European competition. He complemented his scoring with averages of 4.2 rebounds and 1.2 assists, positioning the forward as a versatile player on the team's perimeter.
Despite these solid statistics within a competitive team like Barcelona, they were not sufficient to warrant the American's continuity in the project. The decision to exercise the exit clause indicates that the player felt his opportunities for prominence could be greater elsewhere.
A New Cycle of Changes in the Azulgrana Structure
Clyburn's departure is part of a broader restructuring process underway at FC Barcelona. The numerous player exits, coupled with the coaching change, signal a significant overhaul of the squad. The club aims to adjust its competitive structure and redefine its project for the upcoming seasons.
Within this transformation context, the American forward's exit aligns with sporting and planning criteria deemed a priority by the club. The activation of the release clause, though surprising for some observers, reflects the mutual intent of both parties to pursue new paths.
FC Barcelona continues to navigate a phase of profound changes that will impact the composition of its squad and the technical direction of the project. As these disengagements conclude, the club will work on incorporating new elements who align with its competitive objectives for the coming seasons.
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