Liverpool and Everton pursue Barcelona defender Hector Fort this summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 5:40 PM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Liverpool and Everton, along with Fulham, are interested in signing Hector Fort from Barcelona. The 20-year-old defender, who spent last season on loan at Elche, is under contract with Barcelona until 2029. Liverpool struggles with injury issues in defense and could benefit from Fort’s versatility. A transfer approach may be complicated as Barcelona prefers retaining a percentage of player rights and future sales. Discussions are expected to continue as the summer transfer window progresses.
- •Liverpool finished fifth in the Premier League last season.
- •Hector Fort can play as both a right-back and left-back.
- •Fort contributed five goals in 17 appearances last season.
- •The defender's current contract with Barcelona runs until 2029.
- •Liverpool continues to seek defensive reinforcements this summer.
- 5:40 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool and Everton go head-to-head for signing of La Liga sensation
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