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Barcelona star does not want to play in Saudi Arabia again as Hansi Flick vies for his continuity
TL;DR
Barcelona star Joao Cancelo is unwilling to play in Saudi Arabia again and is eager to secure a permanent move to the club. He is reportedly willing to take a pay cut to facilitate this transfer.
Key points
- Joao Cancelo does not want to play in Saudi Arabia again
- He is eager to secure a permanent move to Barcelona
- Cancelo is willing to take a pay cut for the transfer
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Barcelona star does not want to play in Saudi Arabia again as Hansi Flick vies for his continuity
With the summer transfer window just around the corner, one of Barcelona’s priorities will be to ensure the permanent signing of Joao Cancelo.
Although the club are struggling to sign Marcus Rashford on a permanent deal, Cancelo is expected to be an easier operation due to his lower market value.
It has been reported already that the Portuguese international is keen on remaining at Barcelona, and is ready to take a paycut in order to ensure his permanent move to Catalonia.
Hansi Flick wants Cancelo to stay
A fresh report from Diario SPORT suggests that Hansi Flick himself is impressed with the performances of Cancelo and is pushing for his continuity at the club beyond this season.
The Portuguese returned to Barcelona in the winter transfer window, and his role under Flick has quickly become well defined.
Q&A
Why does Joao Cancelo not want to play in Saudi Arabia again?
Joao Cancelo has expressed his unwillingness to return to Saudi Arabia, although specific reasons for this decision have not been detailed.
What are Barcelona's plans for Joao Cancelo this summer?
Barcelona aims to secure the permanent signing of Joao Cancelo, who is interested in staying and willing to take a pay cut.
How does Joao Cancelo's market value affect his transfer to Barcelona?
Joao Cancelo's lower market value makes his permanent signing expected to be an easier operation for Barcelona compared to other targets.
