In order to alleviate their registration problems this summer, Barcelona is looking to finalize a number of exits before the transfer window closes. Wojciech Szczesny, Gerard Martin, and Roony Bardghji are all now unavailable. Player Hector Fort, a fullback, is among those leaving.
Following an impressive breakout season under Xavi Hernandez, the 19-year-old right-back, who has also played on the left side, has had his position diminished under Hansi Flick. The de facto replacement for Jules Kounde, who is ahead of him, is now Eric Garcia.
West Ham United has now laid its cards on the table for Fort after making a bid for Marc Casado. Sport claims that although Fort would only want to transfer on loan, he is amenable to the move and a possible pay increase.
He has stipulated that the transaction must be a straightforward loan with no purchase option or commitment. The adolescent still wants to be successful at Barcelona, and he intends to keep improving so that he may return the next summer.
West Ham in advanced talks to sign Barcelona youngster on loan
This is a financially and professionally appealing option for Fort. In addition to a pay raise, the young player would have the opportunity to play key minutes for the first team.
He has stated clearly, though, that all he wants is a financing arrangement. His ultimate objective is to become a mainstay in the first squad after returning to Barcelona stronger and with more experience.
The Italian team Como inquired about the defender during negotiations for Inaki Pena, and Everton has also expressed interest in him in addition to West Ham. Although they are no longer considered the favorites, Mallorca in Spain looked into the potential of signing him.
Fort and Barcelona are eager to find a speedy solution. Although Fort’s present pay is not exorbitant, the club is keen to create some salary space, and the player wants clarity on his future so he can start adjusting to his new surroundings.
West Ham seems poised to complete the deal and bring one of La Masia’s best young full-backs to the Premier League, barring a last-minute hiccup.
