Barcelona consider U-turn on young defender's future

Dorothy Howard

Barcelona consider U-turn on young defender's future image

Barcelona aren't expecting any more incomings during the summer window, but there could be exits on the horizon. 

The club is also close to extending Jules Kounde's contract. 

There have been talks over permanent exits for several players, but the Catalan giants might be reconsidering their plans for a young defender. 

Which player's future is Barcelona reconsidering?

According to AS, Barcelona are considering loaning Hector Fort to give him more experience before coming back to the La Liga giants. 

Barcelona have used Kounde as their right back, with Eric Garcia and Pau Cubarsi also slotting in on the right. 

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Fort played in Barcelona's preseason friendly against FC Seoul, but that was partly due to Cubarsi's injury.

The 19-year-old could go on a loan move to secure first-team playing time and valuable experience, and Barcelona could monitor his progress. 

The club is also considering selling the Spaniard with a buy-back clause. 

Aston Villa and Paris FC are monitoring Fort's future closely, with the defender expected to hold talks in the coming days. 

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