Barcelona president Joan Laporta has given a detailed update on Joao Cancelo, confirming that the Portuguese defender will undergo a medical on Friday (today).
As the team continues preparations in Saudi Arabia, the club are closing key documents behind the scenes to strengthen Hansi Flick’s options for the decisive phase of the season.
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Laporta first wanted to reassure fans about Cancelo’s move and revealed that the full-back has undergone a medical.
“I’m sure everything will go well and he will be ready for the upcoming games.” Mundo Deportivo quoted the president as saying.
Praise for Deco
Laporta then highlighted the work done by the sporting department to ensure Cancelo’s transfer on terms suitable to the club’s financial realities.
He highlighted how complex it still is to complete a deal mid-season and used the case to highlight the role of his sporting director.
President guarantees Portugal full-back signing is “Another success for Deco.”
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He pointed out “It’s not easy to sign players in the winter transfer window” Both the player and his agent, Jorge Mendes, did their part and agreed to take a significant pay cut.
Laporta highlights Cancelo’s versatility and reveals “Hansi expressed support for the deal.”
Ter Stegen returns
Ter Stegen will rejoin his teammates. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)
Attention then turned to dressing room leaders, with Laporta underlining his captain’s commitment on the eve of another Super Cup final.
He explained that Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who has been injured recently due to health issues, will still be with the team for the show.
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Ter Stegen, who will attend the final, flew back to Barcelona for a medical examination after suffering a shock.
“He wants to be with his teammates. We’re excited to have our captain here and Garvey is on the way.” Laporta explained.
Everything is ready, waiting for the finals
Finally, Laporta shared his feelings before the game, calm mixed with ambition Barcelona Hoping to add another trophy to their recent collection.
He made it clear that the club believed in Flick’s work and believed the team could rise again in the finals. Laporta described his emotions before the Super Cup final: “Moderately optimistic.”
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“I see Flick very focused on winning this final. We want another Super Cup and we are the team that has won the most recently.” he said.
Laporta encouraged his players to play with the same intensity as Atlético.
“We have to focus on ourselves and do what we are doing. It will be a great final and we have a chance to win because we are in good shape.” the Chairman concluded.