Athletic Club chief dismisses Barcelona interest in Aymeric Laporte

Athletic Club sporting director Mikel González confirmed that no contact has occurred with Barcelona regarding a transfer for Aymeric Laporte. He emphasized the key role Laporte plays in their team for the upcoming season and stated that the club has no intention of selling the defender this summer. The news comes as Laporte continues his strong partnership with Pau Cubarsi for Spain in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. They are set to compete in the final against Argentina on July 16.

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