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Barcelona targets Aymeric Laporte for defensive reinforcement

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 6:50 PM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Barcelona targets Aymeric Laporte for defensive reinforcement
Summary

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.

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Status Watch
  • •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.
Latest Updates
  • 6:50 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona consider La Liga star as Ronald Araújo replacement
  • 1:30 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona are eyeing Aymeric Laporte for their defence
What they're saying
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The brass at Barcelona are considering a move for Athletic Club star Aymeric Laporte before the summer is out. This of course comes ahead of the imminent departure of Ronald Araújo from Catalunya’s...

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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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