Barcelona in Talks With Al‑Hilal to Re‑Sign João Cancelo on Short‑Term Loan

Overview

• Barcelona have opened negotiations with Al‑Hilal for a loan deal to bring João Cancelo back for the remainder of the season.
• Transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano says Barcelona have already submitted a formal loan proposal to the Saudi club.
• Hansi Flick says the agreement is not closed and describes Cancelo as a versatile option who could cover both flanks over the next six months.
• Press reports indicate the arrangement would be a loan until season’s end, with Cancelo still contracted to Al‑Hilal through June 30, 2027.
• Flick underscores that Barcelona cannot spend hundreds of millions on signings, notes Ronald Araújo’s impending return, and prepares for the Supercopa de España semifinal in Jeddah.