Barcelona's Álvaro Cortés nears transfer to Royal Antwerp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Barcelona is set to sell defender Álvaro Cortés as he approaches a transfer to Royal Antwerp. The club has been looking to make changes to their defense ahead of the transfer window closing. Cortés expressed his desire for more senior playing time, leading to Barcelona welcoming offers for him. Reports indicate that an agreement is close, with negotiations advancing on Thursday.
- •Álvaro Cortés is reportedly one step away from joining Royal Antwerp.
- •Barcelona is actively seeking to refresh their defense.
- •Cortés intends to pursue more senior football.
- •Negotiations for the transfer have progressed this week.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona youngster’s sale is now ‘imminent’
"An up-and-coming member of the defensive ranks at La Liga champions Barcelona is closing on an imminent departure from the club. The Blaugrana talent in question? Álvaro Cortés.The name of stopper C...
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