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Barcelona Confirms João Cancelo’s Return on Short‑Term Loan From Al‑Hilal

The 31-year-old full-back was registered under LaLiga’s injury‑replacement salary rule following Andreas Christensen’s long-term layoff.

Overview

  • Cancelo completed his medical, signed at club offices alongside senior executives, and will wear the No. 2 shirt.
  • The loan runs through June 2026, giving Hansi Flick an immediate option who can cover both full-back positions.
  • LaLiga’s framework allowing up to 80% of Christensen’s salary space enabled the registration after a brief paperwork delay that temporarily pulled the initial announcement.
  • Spanish reports say the loan costs about €5 million and his Barça wages will not exceed €3 million.
  • After limited action at Al‑Hilal under Simone Inzaghi, the Portugal international is targeting regular minutes to regain form ahead of the 2026 World Cup.