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Joao Cancelo's potential Barcelona transfer faces uncertainty with Al-Hilal inclusion

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 2:30 PM

Last updated Aug 10, 2026

Joao Cancelo's potential Barcelona transfer faces uncertainty with Al-Hilal inclusion

Summary

Joao Cancelo's future remains unclear as Al-Hilal lists him among their squad for the 2026/27 season. Despite Barcelona being close to finalizing a €10 million deal, the transfer has not yet been completed. Al-Hilal assigned Cancelo the No.20 shirt, the same number he used previously with the club. Barcelona is still negotiating the transfer, as financial details have delayed the announcement. Cancelo has resumed training with Al-Hilal after completing a break following the World Cup, but the situation remains ongoing.

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Status Watch

•Cancelo included in Al-Hilal's squad for 2026/27.
•Barcelona nearing completion of a €10 million transfer deal.
•Transfer delays due to financial negotiations.
•Cancelo returned to training with Al-Hilal on August 7.
•Al-Hilal signed Mohammed Mahzari, indicating possible defensive changes.

Latest Updates

2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Another twist emerges in Joao Cancelo’s potential return to Barcelona

What they're saying

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Joao Cancelo’s future has taken another twist, with Al-Hilal including the Portuguese full-back in their squad numbers for the 2026/27 season despite Barcelona being close to completing his return t...
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