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Alba inks new Barcelona deal with hefty release clause

Spain full-back Jordi Alba has committed himself to Barcelona until 2024 by signing a new contract, reports BBC Sport.

The 29-year-old's new deal includes a 500m euro (£428m) release clause.

Alba joined the Spanish champions from Valencia in 2012 and has made 282 appearances, winning 14 trophies, including four La Liga titles.

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