West Ham Frontrunners for Barcelona Defender
Barcelona’s Transfer Plans to Resolve Registration Issues
Barcelona is working on finalizing several player exits before the end of the transfer window to address their registration problems this summer. Gerard Martin, Roony Bardghji, and Wojciech Szczesny are currently unavailable, leading to the need for strategic departures. One such player set to leave is young full-back Hector Fort.
Despite showing promise under Xavi Hernandez, Fort has found himself marginalized under new manager Hansi Flick. With Eric Garcia now ahead of him in the pecking order, Fort is seeking a move to continue his development.
West Ham United Emerges as Front-Runners for Hector Fort
West Ham United has emerged as a leading contender for Hector Fort’s signature. The club has shown interest in the young full-back, with reports suggesting that Fort is open to the move, especially if it involves a potential wage increase. However, Fort is keen on a loan move without any obligation to buy, as he still harbors ambitions of succeeding at Barcelona in the future.
Potential Alternatives and Interest from Other Clubs
Aside from West Ham United, RCD Mallorca and Everton have also shown interest in Hector Fort. Mallorca is waiting for the departure of another player before making a move, while Everton could provide stiff competition for the young defender. Additionally, Como has expressed interest in acquiring Fort’s services. The player has been granted permission to negotiate his exit and explore his options.
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Challenges with Current Manager Hansi Flick
Despite promising performances in the past, Hector Fort has struggled to establish himself under Hansi Flick’s management. The young talent has seen limited playing time and expressed his frustrations on the pitch. Flick’s public criticism of Fort has hinted at a potential exit for the player to aid in his development.
