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Joao Cancelo rejoins Barcelona on permanent deal after Al-Hilal exit

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 2:39 PM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Joao Cancelo rejoins Barcelona on permanent deal after Al-Hilal exit
Summary

Joao Cancelo has rejoined Barcelona on a permanent basis following the termination of his contract with Al-Hilal. The Portugal full-back, who previously helped Barcelona win the La Liga title while on loan last season, signed a three-year deal with the club. Cancelo stated, "It's my dream. I'm where I want to be and I am very happy." This signing marks his return to the Camp Nou after previously playing for the club on loan. Barcelona has also signed Rodri from Manchester City for approximately £65 million as they bolster their squad this summer.

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  • •Cancelo made 23 appearances on loan at Barcelona last season
  • •He terminated his contract with Al-Hilal before rejoining Barcelona
  • •This is Cancelo's first permanent deal with Barcelona
  • •Barcelona also signed Rodri for about £65 million
  • •Ferran Torres moved to Paris St-Germain; Lewandowski joined Chicago Fire
Latest Updates
  • 2:39 PMYahoo Sports — Cancelo makes 'dream' Barca move after Al-Hilal exit
  • 2:39 PMBBC Sport — Cancelo makes 'dream' Barca move after Al-Hilal exit
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Portugal full-back Joao Cancelo rejoins Barcelona on a permanent deal after his contract with Al-Hilal was mutually terminated.

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Portugal full-back Joao Cancelo rejoins Barcelona on a permanent deal after his contract with Al-Hilal was mutually terminated.

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