Al Hilal intensifies efforts to sign Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 9:35 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Al Hilal is pursuing a transfer for FC Barcelona midfielder Marc Casado, currently valued at €30 million. Casado's playing time diminished last season due to other players' recovery, prompting him and the club to agree that a move is best. Al Hilal has made the most compelling offer, but Casado remains undecided, weighing financial benefits against his sporting development. Other European clubs, including AC Milan, are monitoring the situation, yet Al Hilal pushes strongly for a swift conclusion to the transfer before Barcelona's preseason training starts on July 13.
- •Marc Casado's role at Barcelona has decreased significantly.
- •Al Hilal has presented the strongest offer for the midfielder.
- •Casado is considering the move but has reservations about its impact.
- •Other European clubs are also interested in signing Casado.
- •Barcelona aims to finalize the transfer before July 13 preseason training.
- 9:35 AMYahoo Sports — Saudi Arabian giants step up pursuit of €30 million-rated Barcelona homegrown midfielder
"FC Barcelona are continuing to work on the departure of Marc Casado, with Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal currently pushing the hardest in the race to sign the midfielder, according to MARCA.Casado’s...
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