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Hansi Flick pushes for Joao Cancelo's signing at Barcelona this summer

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Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Hansi Flick pushes for Joao Cancelo's signing at Barcelona this summer
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Hansi Flick prioritizes the signing of Joao Cancelo as Barcelona prepares for pre-season. Following Portugal’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Flick believes Cancelo is key to completing their defensive unit. Barcelona has a €10 million agreement with Al-Hilal, and only Cancelo's signature is required to finalize the transfer. Flick wants Cancelo integrated into the team ahead of their training camp in England, expressing confidence in the defender’s blend of versatility and previous experience at Camp Nou.

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  • •Hansi Flick seeks Joao Cancelo for Barcelona's defensive lineup.
  • •Cancelo’s transfer agreement with Al-Hilal is nearly finalized.
  • •Flick aims for Cancelo's integration before pre-season begins.
  • •The agreement is worth around €10 million with fixed and variable payments.
  • •Cancelo's experience from his prior Barcelona stint aids his quick adaptation.
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Hansi Flick has made his priorities crystal clear ahead of Barcelona’s pre-season preparations. While the search for a new centre-forward remains ongoing, the German coach first wants Barcelona to ...

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