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5 days ago
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Barcelona star is now ‘considering offers' to leave
A member of the defensive ranks at La Liga giants Barcelona has begun analysing proposals from clubs across the continent for his signature. That's according to , who points towards Héctor Fort as the player in question. The name of youngster Fort has of course emerged as a prominent one in the headlines surrounding Barcelona over the last week. This comes amid the understanding that the 19-year-old does not feature in the plans of manager Hansi Flick for the season ahead. After it was initially suggested that Fort could even depart on a permanent basis, a year-long loan is now seen as the more likely option. The versatile full-back was initially viewed as hesitant to move on, eager to prove himself at the club with which he has made his name. But as alluded to above, if the latest word stemming from the Spanish media is anything to go by, then Fort appears to have reached the conclusion that he now has no real choice but to consider the offers for his services. As per a report from Sport: 'Héctor Fort will soon decide to leave Barça: he is already considering offers. The full-back wants to analyze all the offers in detail and make a decision without rushing.' Conor Laird – GSFN
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6 days ago
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Barcelona consider U-turn on young defender's future
Barcelona consider U-turn on young defender's future originally appeared on The Sporting News Barcelona aren't expecting any more incomings during the summer window, but there could be exits on the horizon. The club is also close to extending Jules Kounde's contract. There have been talks over permanent exits for several players, but the Catalan giants might be reconsidering their plans for a young defender. Which player's future is Barcelona reconsidering? According to AS, Barcelona are considering loaning Hector Fort to give him more experience before coming back to the La Liga giants. Barcelona have used Kounde as their right back, with Eric Garcia and Pau Cubarsi also slotting in on the right. 📲 Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp Fort played in Barcelona's preseason friendly against FC Seoul, but that was partly due to Cubarsi's injury. The 19-year-old could go on a loan move to secure first-team playing time and valuable experience, and Barcelona could monitor his progress. The club is also considering selling the Spaniard with a buy-back clause. Aston Villa and Paris FC are monitoring Fort's future closely, with the defender expected to hold talks in the coming days. Barcelona news and related links Bayer Leverkusen going all out for Barcelona talent as Erik ten Hag eye signing in one 'key' area Barcelona star urged to leave club for move to Saudi league Gavi scores twice in 5-0 Barcelona drubbing of Daegu
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6 days ago
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Aston Villa targets young Spanish fullback from Barcelona
Aston Villa targets young Spanish fullback from Barcelona originally appeared on The Sporting News During Barcelona's summer pre-season tour of Asia, manager Hansi Flick has shifted his lineup to comply with La Liga's registration limits, which may leave a couple players, such as 19-year old fullback Hector Fort, searching for playing time elsewhere. When FCB starting centerback Pau Cubarsi went down with an injury in the waning minutes of the club's friendly against Deagu FC, Fort was chosen to fill his spot in the lineup, though he's usually deployed as a proper fullback. In all, Fort accumulated just over 45 minutes of action during the pre-season, and he's at a crucial age where gaining on-field experience is of paramount importance. This has led to the possibility of Fort leaving Barcelona on loan, and several major clubs have shown interest. As of late, however, Aston Villa of the English Premier League has extended overtures to the young Spanish defender in hopes of securing his transfer on a permanent deal. According to Barcelona reporter Lucia Font, Villa have placed a 15 million Euro evaluation on the steady-passing fullback and will be progressing towards a transfer in the coming days. With Barcelona's affinity for injecting youth into its lineup, Fort featured in 17 matches last season with five starts to his credit. During that time, Fort ranked as one of the most accurate defenders in all of La Liga, checking in at the 98th percentile for passes completed and passing accuracy per 90 minutes. After Barcelona's 5-0 rout of Daegu FC on Aug. 4, Flick offered an encouraging message about Fort's development, though he did not indicate what the fullback's future would hold. 'I'm happy with what I saw from Hector Fort,' Flick told Football Espana. 'He trained well and played well the other day. Asia has been a very important part of the preseason for me, and there are ten more days left before we play against Mallorca.' READ MORE: Girona on verge of selling leftback Miguel Gutierrez to Napoli Making his way to the La Masia academy in Barcelona over a decade ago, Fort has long stood as a promising prospect within the FCB system, but an opportunity to play regular football in the Premier League could be a favorable proposition for the 19-year old defender. For more information on La Liga and each of its 20 first division clubs, follow @EricJRutter and @sportingnews on X for continued football coverage.
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7 days ago
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Barcelona starlet to consider exit offers this week
Barcelona are on their way back from South Korea after completing their preseason tour to Asia in Daegu with a 5-0 victory. When they return, the Blaugrana will be in the home straight of their preseason, and decisions are set to be made on the futures of some of their players. While that will likely involve a development plan for youngsters like Guille Fernandez, Toni Fernandez, Dro Fernandez, Roony Bardghji and Jofre Torrents, it could mean a permanent exit for Hector Fort. The 18-year-old spent last year in the first team, but was rarely trusted by Hansi Flick, and grew frustrated with his game time. Despite this, he has thus far maintained a desire to reamain at the club. Hector Fort to analyse exit offers this week Fort appears to have come round to the idea of an exit though. Barcelona are in favour of a transfer, as they try to clear some space in their salary limit, but Fort has multiple offers say Sport, both for a permanent deal and a loan. Paris FC have been cited as an interested party if their move for Hamari Traore does not go through, while Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan are also looking at the teenage prospect.
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7 days ago
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Hansi Flick praises transfer-linked Barcelona star
Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick on Monday made use of the opportunity to afford some praise to a transfer-linked member of his squad. The player in question? Héctor Fort. Defender Fort has of course seen his name continue to dominate the headlines in Catalunya's capital over recent days. This comes amid the understanding that the 19-year-old has been made available for transfer by the Camp Nou brass. Fort, nevertheless, was introduced off the bench en route to Barcelona's 5-0 friendly drubbing of FC Daegu earlier today, after also featuring against FC Seoul last week. Speaking to the media on the back of the full-time whistle at the Daegu Stadium, it therefore came as little surprise when the name of his young full-back was put to the aforementioned Hansi Flick. And the German tactician made use of the question to send some praise Fort's way, explaining: 'I'm pleased with what I saw from Héctor Fort. He trained well and played well the other day.' Conor Laird – GSFN
