João Cancelo ‘could be fined’ after Al Hilal pre-season no-show | OneFootball

João Cancelo faces potential disciplinary trouble at Al Hilal after missing the start of their pre-season camp in Austria, and he could be fined by the club.

365Scores Arabia reports that the 32-year-old right-back was due to link up on Wednesday, 29th, but failed to appear amid intense negotiations over a possible switch to Barcelona.

Hansi Flick has identified the defender as a leading option for the right flank, with Jorge Mendes fronting talks. Any agreement remains contingent on Al Hilal, who hold his registration and are reluctant to ease his departure.

There is optimism around a deal, but terms with Barcelona are not fully settled, with final approval from the Saudi club still required.

Despite recent comments expressing affection for Benfica and a wish to return one day, a move back to the Estádio da Luz is off the table this summer. Current indications point towards another spell at Barcelona.

Source: Glorioso 1904