"Despite his struggles, though, Barcelona have not ruled out signing Cancelo permanently in the coming summer, reports Diario SPORT. It appears the Catalans have given the former Juventus defender three months to prove that he can be useful to the team. If Cancelo manages to improve his performance and obtain the letter of freedom from Al Hilal, Barcelona will do everything they can to sign him permanently."
"Cancelo, for his part, is not too optimistic about his long-term future in Catalonia. He is currently an alternative to Kounde, who is not having the best of times right now. If the Portuguese international can push for a starting role in the coming weeks, Flick will not rule out giving him more minutes. Barcelona, after all, are keen on solving their fullback woes in the coming summer, even though their priority is to sign a new forward and a new centre-back."
Joao Cancelo returned to Barcelona in January but has struggled for minutes, totaling only 100 league minutes and falling behind Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde. Barcelona have not dismissed the option of a permanent signing and have effectively given Cancelo three months to prove his usefulness. The club would pursue a permanent deal if he improves and secures a letter of freedom from Al Hilal. Cancelo is cautious about his long-term future but could earn more minutes if he pushes for a starting role. Barcelona prioritizes other signings but still wants to address fullback needs.
Read at Barca Universal
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