Umtiti still had another year and a half to fulfill his old contract, but he also accepted the salary cut, which allows Barcelona to ease the bills and comply with financial fair play.
It should be remembered that Umtiti has been pointed out at Barcelona's exit door by the Spanish press, which has even put Benfica as a possible destination.
It should also be noted that Ferran Torres left Manchester City to play for Barcelona, and he can now be registered.