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Hector Fort attends Real Sociedad match ahead of transfer from Barcelona

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Hector Fort attends Real Sociedad match ahead of transfer from Barcelona
Summary

FC Barcelona defender Hector Fort was seen at Anoeta Stadium as Real Sociedad faced Espanyol. The 20-year-old right-back is expected to finalize an €8.5 million transfer after completing a medical examination in Gipuzkoa. Sources indicate the move will be officially announced following the match and manager Pellegrino Matarazzo’s press conference. Real Sociedad is acquiring 60% of Fort's rights, making him the club's most expensive full-back. Barcelona retains a buy-back option valued between €20 million and €25 million.

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Key Details
  • •Fort is set to transfer to Real Sociedad for €8.5 million.
  • •He was spotted at Sociedad's match against Espanyol on August 29.
  • •Barcelona will maintain 40% of his rights with a buy-back option.
  • •Fort is expected to start training with Sociedad on Sunday.
  • •The signing follows his return from a loan at Elche.
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  • 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona defender in attendance for new club’s La Liga match ahead of €8.5 million transfer
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FC Barcelona defender Hector Fort is set to leave the club and become a Real Sociedad player this season, with the official announcement expected imminently, according to Mundo Deportivo.The 20-year-o...

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