Hugo Boumous is “Not for Sale” - Until 'Buyout Clause' is activated

Hugo Boumous might be in doubt regarding his future with FC Goa. But the club is clear with the fact that Boumous has two years of contract left with them and he is 'not for sale'. The club also expects the Golden Ball winner to comply with the contract unless the buyout clause is activated.

Speaking to Times of India, FC Goa director of football Ravi Puskur said, “We expect him to comply with the contract, unless something drastic happens where someone takes a decision completely out of our hands."

The attacking midfielder joined Gaurs in 2018 and had a decent season before he exploded with eleven goals and ten assists last season.  He is definitely being chased by many clubs with lucrative offers. But the director of football is not perturbed.

“Hugo is a player who is young and ambitious. You cannot fault him for that. The reality is that Hugo has a two-year contract with us, and as far as the club is concerned, he is not for sale," Puskur added.

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Hugo, however, doesn't seem pleased to see some key players of the club leaving. He said, "FC Goa should be ambitious for next season," and that he will talk with the club to understand their plans before making any decision.

With FC Goa set to play the AFC Champions League, Boumous' absence will hurt the Gaurs when they take on the Asian giants. "Hugo is an FC Goa player and as far as we are concerned, forms a key part of our plans for next season," Puskur added.