Marc Cucurella addresses Barcelona transfer speculation during World Cup

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Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Marc Cucurella addresses Barcelona transfer speculation during World Cup
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Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella spoke about his future amid links to Barcelona. During an interview with El Partidazo de la Cadena COPE, he expressed his desire to focus on the World Cup, stating he is happy with his current situation and has instructed agents not to discuss transfers. Barcelona is interested in Cucurella, though any potential move depends on Alejandro Balde's future. The club's pursuit of Cucurella faces challenges, with an expected transfer fee of €40 million to €50 million complicating matters.

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  • Cucurella avoids discussing transfers while focused on the World Cup.
  • Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are both tracking him.
  • Cucurella's transfer fee is projected between €40 million and €50 million.
  • Barcelona's interest hinges on Alejandro Balde's future at the club.
  • Cucurella has instructed agents not to contact him about transfers.
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Barcelona seem determined to bring in some depth in the full-back positions this summer transfer window, with several transfer targets shortlisted.Among the many names linked with a move to the Catala...

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