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Joao Cancelo close to terminating contract with Al-Hilal for Barcelona move

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 9:00 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Joao Cancelo close to terminating contract with Al-Hilal for Barcelona move

Summary

Joao Cancelo is nearing a permanent transfer to Barcelona from Al-Hilal, with termination of his current contract reported to be in the works. The defender, who has a contract until 2027, may move to Barcelona on a free transfer after expressing his desire to remain following a successful loan spell. Al-Hilal's management has reportedly agreed to facilitate the contract termination. Cancelo missed Al-Hilal’s opening game of the season, as discussions continue over his future.

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Status Watch

•Cancelo desires to stay at Barcelona after recent loan.
•Al-Hilal reportedly nearing contract termination agreement with Cancelo.
•Cancelo has a contract with Al-Hilal until 2027.
•The defender missed Al-Hilal’s first match of the season.
•Barcelona and Al-Hilal have been in negotiations over the summer.

Latest Updates

5:24 PMYahoo Sports — Joao Cancelo to join Barcelona on free transfer after terminating contract with Al-Hilal
9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Joao Cancelo set to terminate contract with Al-Hilal and join Barcelona

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