FC Barcelona close to signing Joao Cancelo from Al-Hilal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:31 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
FC Barcelona is on the verge of finalizing a signing for Joao Cancelo from Al-Hilal. According to Catalan newspapers SPORT and Mundo Deportivo, negotiations between the two clubs are at an advanced stage. The agreement could see Cancelo join Barcelona on a two-year contract for around $11.5 million. Currently training apart from Al-Hilal's main squad, Cancelo has one year remaining on his contract with the Saudi club. Last season, he primarily played left back for Barcelona, contributing two goals and three assists in 16 La Liga appearances.
- •Barcelona is nearing a deal for Joao Cancelo from Al-Hilal.
- •Negotiations are reportedly advanced with a fee around $11.5 million.
- •Cancelo has one year left on his Al-Hilal contract.
- •He had a successful second loan spell at Barcelona last season.
- •Cancelo could bolster the right back position for Barcelona.
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