João Cancelo became the star of Barcelona's recent match against Levante, after showcasing his offensive abilities and decisive passes. The Catalan club trusts in his development throughout the season, with a pre-planned strategy to sign him permanently in the summer transfer window if he meets performance and financial conditions.

Cancelo joined Barcelona in January on a six-month loan to cover the absence of Andreas Christensen, with part of his salary being paid within the club's limits, while Al Hilal club covered the majority. The player waived a portion of his dues despite having better offers from Inter Milan.

The contract did not include a purchase option, but Barcelona ensured that it would seek to officially secure Cancelo starting from June if his association with Al-Hilal is officially terminated, with the aim of strengthening the right-back position, relying on his athletic performance as a fundamental condition.

The club believes that Cancelo has started regaining his fitness after a long absence from matches and could be an important asset in the crucial phase of the season, as he demonstrated against Levante. There is also the potential signing of a two-year free contract that aligns with Barcelona's salary policies.

This deal seems appropriate considering the rising prices of full-backs in the market, especially with Kounde and Alejandro Balde as long-term primary options. Meanwhile, Cancelo's continuation depends on his performance and his ability to part ways with his current club.