The transfer saga of Joao Cancelo, which has been going on for weeks now, seems to have reached its conclusion. According to reports, Al Hilal has reached an agreement with Manchester City for the signature of the Portuguese full-back. The clubs have agreed to a transfer fee of 25 million euros. He was not part of Pep Guardiola’s plans at Manchester City and had spent the last season on loan at Barcelona.
Joao Cancelo’s preference
The player wished to continue at the Catalan club, but Barca’s financial difficulties are holding them back from keeping the player. The player’s agent, Jorge Mendes, is still looking for a way out, but Barca’s position is uncertain. The club still looks at the player as the main target for the full-back role, but it cannot guarantee what the Saudi club is willing to offer for the Portuguese star.
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The Saudi giants seem to be the potential destination, as the decision remains in the hands of the full-back. They are offering him a 15-million-euro net salary per season.
Barcelona is still exploring a loan deal, which will not be as easy as last summer. As per reports, the club enjoys a good relationship with Manchester City after the recent transfer of Gundogan.