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Published on 2024-07-18 12:00:00
Manchester City full-back Joao Cancelo is likely to return to Barcelona next season after spending the last campaign on loan at the Spanish club. Despite being under contract with Manchester City until 2027, Cancelo has not played for the club since January 2023 due to a fallout with Pep Guardiola. His successful loan spell at Barcelona under Xavi has sparked interest in his return to the club, especially with new manager Hansi Flick now in charge.
Negotiations between Manchester City and Barcelona have been intense, with Cancelo reportedly turning down offers from other clubs to return to Barcelona. Talks are progressing rapidly, with Manchester City potentially insisting on a mandatory purchase clause in the new agreement. Despite City’s initial intention to sell Cancelo permanently, it looks likely that he will be back at Barcelona next season.
In addition to Cancelo, Manchester City are also dealing with the potential departure of midfielder Kalvin Phillips this summer. It seems that both Cancelo and Phillips could be leaving City on either temporary or permanent deals, with Cancelo set to make a return to Barcelona and negotiations ongoing between the two clubs.
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