Request from Al-Hilal for Cancelo's Transfer to Barcelona

Al-Hilal has requested that Barcelona's management meet their financial demands to approve the permanent transfer of Portuguese player João Cancelo during the upcoming summer transfer window.

The Catalan network "Sport" revealed that communications between the two parties have seen rapid developments in recent days, amid Barcelona's interest in retaining the player following his remarkable recent performances.

The Spanish network clarified that Al Hilal's management does not oppose the idea of Cancelo's permanent departure, but they have set specific financial conditions before giving the green light to officially complete the deal.

The reports added that the Saudi club requested 10 million euros in exchange for permanently releasing the Portuguese full-back during the upcoming summer transfer window.

Al Hilal's insistence on this figure is due to the need to provide financial liquidity, in addition to the management's desire to secure a strong alternative in the event of completing the sale.