Pogoń Szczecin has officially signed striker Jordi Sanchez from Wisła Kraków by activating a release clause in his contract. The transfer was confirmed by Pogoń's president, Alex Haditaghi, who stated all procedures were completed in line with FIFA and Polish FA (PZPN) regulations. According to a report by Sport.pl, which first covered the story, the clause was paid in full. Sport.pl first reported the story.
How did the transfer happen?
The move for Jordi Sanchez to Pogoń Szczecin was triggered by the activation of a clause in his Wisła Kraków contract. The president of the Kraków club, Jarosław Królewski, stated he learned of the offer from the player's agent on Sunday. Alex Haditaghi of Pogoń explained his club acted properly and professionally. "Dear Jarosław Królewski, I wish to clearly emphasise that we hold the Wisła Kraków community, you personally, and your club in the highest respect," said Haditaghi. Pogoń even offered to help by considering loaning some players to maintain good relations between the clubs.
Who is Pogoń's new striker?
Jordi Sanchez is a Spanish forward who has scored six goals and provided one assist in seven matches this season. He found the net in five of those games, only failing to score against Korona Kielce (1:1) and in the 2:2 draw with Pogoń Szczecin itself. His impressive form convinced Pogoń's board to act swiftly. Sanchez will not, however, make his debut in the upcoming Monday match against Wisła Płock. All formalities are expected to be completed before the home fixture against Wieczysta Kraków scheduled for Sunday, September 13th. Fans can track the team roster on our squad page.
What are Pogoń's next steps?
Pogoń Szczecin now focuses on integrating the new player into the squad. The club faces an important period of matches, with the next league fixture being a home game against Śląsk Wrocław on November 21, 2026. The team's current schedule is available in the fixtures section. The signing of Sanchez significantly strengthens Pogoń's attacking line, which this season must meet the demands of fighting for a high position in the Ekstraklasa table. The current league standings can be followed on the standings page.
What did the club presidents say?
The reactions from the heads of both clubs were clear, though differing in tone. Jarosław Królewski of Wisła Kraków addressed fans directly: "Dear fans. I want you to learn about this directly from me, and not from the media." Meanwhile, Alex Haditaghi of Pogoń Szczecin stressed that his club did not act secretly or disrespectfully, but merely used the legal option provided by the clause. Haditaghi added he had no complaint about the clause activation itself, but noted the agent had inadvertently revealed the name of the interested club. The transfer has been finalized, and Jordi Sanchez is now a Pogoń Szczecin player, with the team's next league match set for November 21st against Śląsk Wrocław.
