Cancelo Gets His Way. Barça Prepare €10 Million

Just a few days ago, João Cancelo failed to report for Al-Hilal’s training camp, worked alone in Portugal and faced reports of possible disciplinary action. Now the tension has suddenly disappeared. According to Mundo Deportivo, the situation has been resolved, the Portuguese defender is free to leave and Al-Hilal have opened negotiations with Barcelona.

The Saudi club reportedly want around €10 million for a player who has only one year left on his contract. Talks are also taking place with his agent, Jorge Mendes. Barça could therefore pay for a defender they already know, previously had on loan and then spent a long time trying to bring back. The long-term plan has finally completed a full circle.

Hansi Flick reportedly considers Cancelo an important part of his project. All that remains is to present the deal as another masterstroke: the player misses the training camp, his club threatens punishment, everything is cleared up a few days later and Barça arrive with the money. Pure coincidence. Meticulously planned, as always.

The report comes from Mundo Deportivo, which also cites information from 365Scores. Cancelo is currently training alone in Portugal while Barcelona wait to learn the final terms of the transfer.