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Alejandro Grimaldo expresses desire to return to La Liga amid Barcelona interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:20 PM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Alejandro Grimaldo expresses desire to return to La Liga amid Barcelona interest

Summary

Alejandro Grimaldo, currently at Bayer Leverkusen, has stated he wants to return to La Liga. The 30-year-old left-back, set to participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, indicated a summer transfer could be possible. FC Barcelona is exploring signing Grimaldo as part of their plans to strengthen their squad, particularly at left-back, as Alejandro Balde's form has declined. Grimaldo's contract with Leverkusen expires in 2027, and he could be available for under €15 million. Any transfer discussions may be delayed until after the World Cup.

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Status Watch

•Grimaldo wants to leave Leverkusen for a return to Spain this summer.
•Barcelona has already signed Anthony Gordon and agreed with Bernardo Silva.
•FC Barcelona aims to bolster the left-back position following Balde's inconsistent play.
•Grimaldo's Leverkusen contract runs until 2027, making him available for a low fee.
•Transfer talks may be postponed due to the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Latest Updates

2:20 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Want to return to La Liga’: Barcelona full-back target opens door to summer departure

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FC Barcelona have been moving quickly in the transfer market, having already secured the signing of Anthony Gordon and having an agreement in place with Bernardo Silva.Currently, the focus is fully on...
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