Barcelona explores signing Natan from Real Betis amid defender search
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 7:00 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Barcelona is actively pursuing a transfer for Brazilian center-back Natan from Real Betis. This interest comes following Ronald Araujo's loan departure to Liverpool. Preliminary discussions have taken place regarding the 25-year-old defender, who is valued at €25 million. Natan's characteristics, including being left-footed and strong in defense, align with Barcelona's needs as they continue to look for suitable replacements. The club had also considered players like Cristian Romero and Aymeric Laporte this summer.
- •Barcelona seeks a defender after Ronald Araujo's loan to Liverpool.
- •Preliminary talks for Natan have been initiated with Real Betis.
- •Natan is valued at €25 million and has performed well recently.
- •Barcelona had previously considered Cristian Romero and Aymeric Laporte.
- 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona “open talks” with Real Betis for Brazilian center-back Natan
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