Barcelona set to sign Cancelo after contract termination with Al Hilal
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 7:20 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Barcelona is preparing to secure a deal for João Cancelo, marking his return to the club for a third time. Cancelo has reached an agreement to terminate his contract with Al Hilal, paving the way for his move back to LaLiga. The decision comes after his previous stints with Barcelona and demonstrates the club's ongoing strategy to bolster their roster with experienced talent. The official announcement from Barcelona is anticipated soon as both parties finalize the details.
- •João Cancelo set to rejoin Barcelona after leaving Al Hilal.
- •This is Cancelo's third signing with Barcelona.
- •Barcelona aims to enhance their squad ahead of the season.
- 8:05 PMESPN Soccer — Source: Barça set to sign Cancelo for third time
"Barcelona are set to sign João Cancelo for a third time after the full-back agreed to terminate his contract with Al Hilal, a source confirmed to ESPN.
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