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Joao Cancelo hints at desire to join Barcelona amid transfer negotiations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 5:30 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Joao Cancelo hints at desire to join Barcelona amid transfer negotiations

Summary

Joao Cancelo continues to express his desire to return to Barcelona as negotiations with Al-Hilal advance slowly. The Portuguese full-back is reportedly seeking a transfer after a successful loan period last season. Barcelona initially planned to acquire him for €10 million, but Al-Hilal's asking price has risen to around €15 million. Cancelo has made multiple posts on social media showcasing his connection to the club, emphasizing his wish to play for Barcelona next season. He remains sidelined from Al-Hilal's lineup, as he is not part of coach Simone Inzaghi’s plans for the season.

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Status Watch

•Cancelo expresses desire to join Barcelona through social media hints.
•Negotiations between Barcelona and Al-Hilal are ongoing.
•Al-Hilal now asking for €15 million for Cancelo's transfer.
•Cancelo was left out of Al-Hilal's first league match.
•He performed well during his loan spell at Barcelona last season.

Latest Updates

5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona target drops another hint on social media as wait for move continues

What they're saying

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Joao Cancelo is still waiting for the chance to return to Barcelona. The Portuguese full-back is determined to continue his career with Hansi Flick’s team, where he spent the second half of the last...
— Yahoo Sports

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