Fulham pursues Barcelona full-back Héctor Fort for transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 11:00 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Fulham, under the management of Álvaro Arbeloa, is interested in signing Barcelona full-back Héctor Fort before the transfer window closes. The 20-year-old defender is also a target for Everton, indicating multiple clubs' interest in his services. Reports indicate that Barcelona aims for a permanent deal worth at least €10 million, potentially including a buy-back clause. Fort has struggled to secure a first-team role with Barcelona, especially following the expected arrival of João Cancelo and the emergence of Xavi Espart.
- •Fulham has shown interest in signing Héctor Fort from Barcelona.
- •Álvaro Arbeloa aims to add Spanish players to his squad.
- •Barcelona seeks at least €10 million for Fort with a buy-back clause.
- •Fort has had limited opportunities in Barcelona's first team this summer.
- •Other clubs, including Everton, are also pursuing Fort.
- 11:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona full-back Héctor Fort wanted by Álvaro Arbeloa’s Fulham
"The former Real Madrid coach has his eye on the Blaugrana defender
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