FC Barcelona nears agreement for Joao Cancelo signing this week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 9:04 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
FC Barcelona is on the verge of finalizing Joao Cancelo’s return to the club, with reports indicating a potential signing in the coming days. The transfer, expected to involve a fee of approximately $11.4 million, follows Barcelona’s recent $80 million deal for Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United. Cancelo's prior stint with Barcelona was tumultuous, though he has excelled under Hansi Flick in recent competitions. Current discussions center on resolving tax issues pertaining to Cancelo's contract after his loan period in 2026. The signing could solidify Barcelona’s defensive and offensive options ahead of the new season.
- •Barcelona close to signing Joao Cancelo this week.
- •Transfer fee expected around $11.4 million.
- •Cancelo previously struggled in his first Barcelona stint.
- •Recent performances in World Cup have renewed interest.
- •Negotiations focus on tax contract issues.
- 9:04 AMYahoo Sports — FC Barcelona Close To Making New First Team Signing This Week
"FC Barcelona is closing in on another new signing for the first team that has featured at the World Cup over the past month.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
Champions League•Nov 4, 2026, 2:00 AMThree Observations from the way Bayern Munich dismantled Atlético Madrid
Champions League•Nov 3, 2026, 11:39 PMMan Utd beat Roma - the other great Champions League comebacks
Champions League•Nov 3, 2026, 11:08 PMManchester United fans force Champions League game delay with protest against ownership
Champions League•Nov 3, 2026, 11:04 PMYamal And Raphinha Get 8.5 | Barcelona Players Rated In Impressive Win Vs Aston Villa
Champions League•Nov 3, 2026, 10:46 PMBarcelona star dedicates interview to late Tenerife player after Champions League win
Champions League•Nov 3, 2026, 10:07 PMBarcelona sweep aside Aston Villa as Unai Emery endures another miserable Nou Camp night
