Alvaro Cortes nears departure from Barcelona, Elche shows interest
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Alvaro Cortes is reportedly close to leaving Barcelona, with Elche mentioned as a potential destination. The young defender's exit follows Barcelona's decision to pursue a left-footed specialist centre-back, altering Cortes's chances for regular first-team play. Despite his desire to remain and compete, Cortes recognizes that his opportunities have diminished considerably. His departure is expected to be finalized soon, with indications he may not be included in Barcelona's squad for an upcoming match against Athletic Club.
- •Cortes aims to leave Barcelona after diminished first-team prospects.
- •Elche is identified as a possible new club for Cortes.
- •Barcelona seeks to strengthen defense with an outside left-footed centre-back.
- •Cortes recognizes limited opportunities at Barcelona prompted his decision.
- •His exit could be announced soon, with potential exclusion from recent matchday squad.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona exit imminent for promising defender as he keeps fans guessing over Elche move: ‘You’ll find out soon’
- 7:20 AMYahoo Sports — Elche emerge as potential option for exit-bound Barcelona defender
"Alvaro Cortes appears increasingly close to leaving Barcelona, with journalist Gerard Romero identifying Elche as one of the possible destinations for the young defender.Cortes has decided to bring hi...
"Alvaro Cortes appears to be closing in on his Barcelona exit after the young defender was left out of the squad and subsequently departed the club’s training ground, according to SPORT.The 19-year-o...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 10:45 AMBarcelona exit imminent for promising defender as he keeps fans guessing over Elche move: ‘You’ll find out soon’
Alvaro Cortes appears to be closing in on his Barcelona exit after the young defender was left out of the squad and subsequently departed the club’s training ground, according to SPORT.The 19-year-o...
- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 7:20 AMElche emerge as potential option for exit-bound Barcelona defender
Alvaro Cortes appears increasingly close to leaving Barcelona, with journalist Gerard Romero identifying Elche as one of the possible destinations for the young defender.Cortes has decided to bring hi...
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