The football player that Deco wants to force into Barcelona

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The possible return of Joao Cancelo to FC Barcelona has regained strength in the Barcelona offices. The Portuguese full-back, currently playing for Al Hilal from Saudi Arabia, has once again become one of Deco's priorities to strengthen a defense in need of immediate solutions.

Barça reactivates the Cancelo option

Joao Cancelo's name has never been absent from Barça's sports planning. His ability to play on both sides, his offensive reading, and his experience in major competitions make him a suitable profile for a team looking to regain balance without losing aggressiveness on the wing.

Deco, aware of what the player can offer, has resumed contacts both with Cancelo's circle and with Al Hilal, exploring the real possibilities of an operation that, to this day, remains complex. Nevertheless, the sports director's persistence shows that the club has not given up on his return.

Al Hilal's stance and the Saudi factor

The main obstacle lies in Saudi Arabia, where Joao Cancelo signed an ambitious contract aligned with the country's sports and economic project to continue attracting international talent. Al Hilal, one of the most powerful clubs in the region, sees the player as an important piece and is unwilling to facilitate his departure without fair compensation matching his value.

In this context, Barça knows that the negotiation will depend more on the Saudi club's willingness than on the player. The Arab league has become a market with financial muscle, capable of retaining elite footballers and setting high prices even for players seeking a change.

Cancelo, willing to return to Camp Nou

From Joao Cancelo's circle, the message is clear: the player would love to return to FC Barcelona. His loan season left a positive impression on both fans and the coaching staff, and he sees the League as a more competitive stage to maintain his top form.

This willingness could work in Barça's favor, although it will not be enough to push through the operation. Nevertheless, having the player's desire is a key point when considering alternatives to make the transfer viable in future transfer windows.

A top priority signing for Deco?

Deco believes that Cancelo fits perfectly in the defensive line reconstruction. His versatility covers needs on both sides, his experience benefits young players, and his offensive profile suits Barça's style of play.

Furthermore, his arrival would send a strong message at a time when the squad needs high-profile reinforcements. The club is looking for players who can contribute from day one, and Joao Cancelo embodies precisely that.

When could the deal be closed?

The next winter transfer window or the summer market seem the most likely scenarios to try to unlock the situation. Everything will depend on Al Hilal's flexibility and Barça's financial capacity, which is still constrained by salary limits and the need to balance the books before embarking on such significant operations.

Joao Cancelo's future remains unresolved, but Barça is prepared to act as soon as the right opportunity arises.

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