"We're getting Ronald back, and the coach has already said that with him we have another centre-back option. Cancelo also means Eric doesn't have to play at full-back as often, a position he's frequently been used in."
"And it allows Kounde to move inside at times if needed, giving us solutions we didn't have before."
La Liga's Medical Commission approved Andreas Christensen's long-term injury status after a partial tear of the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, confirming a five-month absence. Barcelona received authorization to use 80% of Christensen's salary margin under Financial Fair Play to sign a replacement. Joao Cancelo is set to join on a simple loan from Al-Hilal, pending official confirmation after the team's return from Saudi Arabia. Deco justified the move by noting Ronald's return and tactical flexibility: Cancelo reduces Eric's full-back duties and allows Kounde to drift inside. Christensen is unlikely to play again this season.
Read at Barca Universal
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