Star who admitted wanting Benfica move... is set to sign for Barcelona | OneFootball

João Cancelo is getting ever closer to signing permanently for Barcelona. The Portugal international has already reached an agreement with the Catalan club to sign a contract valid for two seasons, which could keep him in Catalonia until the summer of 2028.

According to information reported by Nicolò Schira, the deal between the player and the club has not yet been finalized, as the transfer still depends on Al Hilal’s approval. The Saudi side, which holds the Portuguese full-back’s economic rights, is still negotiating the terms of the operation and, for now, has not made the player’s departure any easier.

At 32 years of age, the defender is now preparing to join the Portugal national team for the 2026 World Cup, while awaiting news about his club future. Despite the player’s recent comments about the affection he feels for Benfica and his desire to return one day (Remember HERE), the right-back will not be returning to the Luz.

In the coming weeks, the parties are expected to try to reach an understanding, although the process is not expected to be simple. The Saudi club wants to bring in around €10 million, a fee the Catalans are hoping to lower.

So far this season, playing for Barcelona, João Cancelo — valued at €9 million — has made 23 official appearances for the Catalans: 16 in La Liga, four in the Champions League and three in the Copa del Rey. .

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