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Joao Cancelo ‘closes’ to Barcelona move as Manchester City and reigning La Liga champions ‘start final talks’ for runaway defender
Man City defender Joao Cancelo reportedly close to joining Barcelona
The Portuguese international is keen to secure a transfer to La Liga
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Manchester City’s unpredictable defender Joao Cancelo is set to seal a move to Barcelona after the two clubs entered into final talks over the defender, according to reports.
Cancelo, is keen to join Barcelona during the summer transfer window after a difficult 12 months at the reigning Premier League and Champions League holders.
The Portuguese star fell out with City boss Pep Guardiola last season and was later loaned out to German giants Bayern Munich.
He returned for pre-season with the Manchester club but was pursued by Barcelona throughout the summer who are keen to bring Cancelo to Camp Nou.
Negotiations between Man City and the reigning La Liga champions are progressing and a breakthrough in the talks is expected soon, as reported Fabrice Romano.
Joao Cancelo reportedly close to joining La Liga champions Barcelona
The Manchester City defender (light blue jersey) is keen to secure a transfer to Barcelona
Cancelo waits in the wings having already agreed personal terms with the Catalan outfit as transfer talks continue.
Barcelona have had a productive summer in the transfer market, already bringing in former City captain Ilkay Gundogan, Oriol Romeu and Inigo Martinez on permanent deals.
Cancelo is set to complete his move to Barcelona this summer, with the club keen to agree a deal with City this week.
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The 29-year-old hasn’t featured in any of City’s matchday squads for the Premier League clashes with Burnley and Newcastle and was not involved in last week’s UEFA Super Cup clash against Seville.
He still has four years left on his existing contract at the Etihad but does not appear to have a future in the ranks of Guardiola’s side.
Cancelo made 154 appearances for City after joining in 2019 and helped the club win two top-flight English titles.
City have already strengthened their defense this summer with the acquisition of Josko Gvardiol from RB Leipzig.