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Cancelo Returns: Barcelona's Third Stint!
16 Aug
Summary
- João Cancelo is set to join Barcelona for a third spell.
- He agreed to terminate his contract with Saudi club Al Hilal.
- Cancelo has won four top European leagues and Portugal's league.
João Cancelo is reportedly set to join Barcelona for a third time, having agreed to terminate his contract with Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal. The 32-year-old full-back will arrive as a free agent, adding to Barcelona's summer transfer activity.
This move signifies Cancelo's desire to return to Spotify Camp Nou permanently. His previous loan spells with Barcelona were during the 2023-24 season and last season. He joins Barcelona after previously playing for clubs such as Benfica, Valencia, Inter Milan, Juventus, and Manchester City.
Cancelo brings a wealth of experience, having won league titles in England, Italy, Germany, and Portugal, making him the first player this century to achieve this feat across four of Europe's top five leagues. Coach Hansi Flick has indicated that more signings could be on the way.
