Alvaro Cortes seeks first-team role at Barcelona amid transfer offers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 12:50 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Alvaro Cortes, a 21-year-old defender for Barcelona, is navigating a pivotal week regarding his future with the club. Following a strong pre-season and a debut against Alaves, he has caught the attention of coach Hansi Flick, who values his potential contribution. Despite interest from major European leagues, including La Liga, Serie A, and the Premier League, Cortes prioritizes securing a position within Barcelona's first team. Ronald Araujo's loan to Liverpool could create an opening for him, but no final decision has been made concerning Cortes' status in the squad.
- •Cortes has received offers from several major European clubs.
- •Flick believes Cortes can contribute to the first team.
- •Araujo's loan to Liverpool opens a potential spot for Cortes.
- •Cortes aims to establish a first-team role at Barcelona.
- •Negotiations are ongoing regarding Cortes' future with the club.
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"Barcelona youngster Alvaro Cortes has given a very good impression of himself during pre-season, following on from an impressive first-team debut against Alaves at the end of last season.The 21-year-o...
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