Barcelona targets Aymeric Laporte for defensive reinforcement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 1:30 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Barcelona is reportedly targeting Aymeric Laporte to strengthen its defense as Ronald Araújo prepares for a loan move to Liverpool. Sources indicate that Laporte has been offered to the club, which is actively pursuing upgrades for its backline amidst the departures of other players. The addition of the Athletic centre-back could provide much-needed depth to the squad. Discussions regarding Laporte's potential signing are ongoing, with more developments expected soon.
- •Ronald Araújo is likely moving to Liverpool on loan.
- •Laporte has been offered to Barcelona for consideration.
- •Barcelona is also pursuing Rodri and Julián Álvarez.
- •Departures include Marc Casadó and Roony Bardghji.
- •Ongoing discussions for Laporte's potential signing are underway.
- 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona are eyeing Aymeric Laporte for their defence
"Following Ronald Araújo’s all-but-certain move to Liverpool on loan with an option to buy, Barcelona are looking for another world champion.While they close in on Rodri and push for Julián Álvare...
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