Cancelo Pushes for Barcelona Return, Sets Shocking Condition for Al Hilal

João Cancelo is still linked with a return to Barcelona, despite his loan with the Catalan club ending on June 30 and his return to Al Hilal, where he has an additional year on his contract.

According to Spanish newspaper "Sport," the player prioritizes a return to Barcelona while trying to pressure Al Hilal's management to facilitate his departure during the summer transfer window.

The report indicates that Cancelo has stipulated he will not return to work under coach Simone Inzaghi, informing Al Hilal's management that he does not intend to play under the Italian coach, making Inzaghi's departure a condition for his continued presence in the team, a demand the Saudi club considers unfeasible after confirming their trust in the coach.

Meanwhile, Barcelona continues to monitor the player's situation, eager to take advantage of his stance, but is also asking Cancelo to be patient while searching for a suitable financial solution to complete the deal.

The main obstacle lies in the financial compensation, with Al Hilal demanding over €10 million, while Barcelona believes the figure is high for a player with only one year left on his contract, despite having cost the Saudi club over €20 million.

Barcelona is keen on bringing Cancelo back due to his technical value, especially after his performances last season, as the coaching staff sees him as a strong option for the left-back position in their plans.