Joao Cancelo is reportedly wanted by two Saudi Pro League clubs after his Barcelona loan spell as Manchester City seek to cash in on the Portuguese.

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• Barcelona want to extend Cancelo's loan
• Man City prefer a permanent sale
• Saudi clubs ready to meet City's demand

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  After his loan spell with Barcelona ended, the Catalan club is eager to extend his stay. However, City, the club that holds his rights, prefers a permanent transfer over another loan which has put the Catalan club in a complex situation.

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• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  According to Al-Ahli and Al-Ettifaq are keen on signing Cancelo. City demand at least £25 million ($31.8m) for the player and the Saudi clubs might be the only ones able to meet City's valuation.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Barcelona acknowledge the complexities involved in bringing Cancelo back. They are exploring alternative options should they fail to secure another loan for the Portuguese defender. The club's priority is to avoid a permanent transfer fee, preferring a loan without the obligation to buy, a condition Manchester City is currently reluctant to agree to.

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• WHAT NEXT FOR CANCELO?

  Cancelo's career has seen him sent on loan to several top clubs. He spent the latter part of the 2022-23 season at Bayern Munich before moving to Barcelona. His current contract with Manchester City runs until 2027, leaving his future open to various possibilities. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining where he will play next season.

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