Fulham targets Barcelona defender Hector Fort amid transfer interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 6:05 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Fulham is reportedly pursuing Barcelona right-back Hector Fort as part of its summer transfer strategy under new manager Alvaro Arbeloa. Arbeloa is focused on enhancing the squad with more Spanish talent, having already signed Gonzalo Garcia and Cesar Palacios. Fort's future at Barcelona appears uncertain due to competition from players like Jules Kounde and Joao Cancelo, prompting the interest from Fulham and Everton. Fort, valued at approximately €10 million, may seek regular playing time elsewhere after a successful loan at Elche last season.
- •Fulham targets Hector Fort from Barcelona amid transfer activity.
- •Alvaro Arbeloa aims to recruit more Spanish players this summer.
- •Fort was previously on loan at Elche and performing well.
- •Fulham faces competition from Everton for Fort's signature.
- •Fort's current valuation stands at around €10 million.
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"The influence of new manager Alvaro Arbeloa has been evident in Fulham’s transfer strategy this summer, with the former Real Madrid bringing in the likes of Gonzalo Garcia and Cesar Palacios.Arbeloa...
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