Barcelona already has a replacement for Koundé

The transfer market of FC Barcelona does not stop, and in the last hours, there has been an initial contact for Pedro Porro, a 26-year-old right-back from Tottenham, in case Jules Koundé leaves the club this summer. There is no formal negotiation yet, and the Spanish player recently renewed with the London team until 2031.

Barcelona's move is conditioned by Koundé's situation. His representative, Jonathan Kebe, visited the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper on Wednesday to hold meetings with the club, while several European teams are monitoring the French player's situation. The agent's visit was also confirmed by Catalan media on August 12.

Pedro Porro, an alternative for FC Barcelona at right-back

The name of Pedro Porro is being considered as a precautionary option in the planning, not as an immediate signing that Deco has decided to pursue. Barcelona has reached out to his circle to learn about his willingness and the conditions Tottenham would require if finding a replacement for Koundé becomes necessary.

The operation presents significant contract difficulty as Porro extended his relationship with Tottenham until June 30, 2031, giving the English club room to set their economic conditions. The right-back currently has a market value of around 45 million euros.

Barça's interest is not solely a result of recent movements regarding Koundé. Back in July, following the World Cup, reports highlighted Porro's performance with Spain, drawing attention from Barcelona's sporting direction, although his recent renewal with Tottenham complicated any immediate attempt to sign him.

At 26 years old, Porro also has experience in LaLiga due to his previous spells at Girona and Valladolid before making a name for himself abroad. His addition would directly cover the right-back position if Barcelona ends up losing one of the players who have accumulated the most minutes in that role over the last few seasons.

Jules Koundé's status impacts any dealings with Tottenham

The outcome concerning Jules Koundé will determine if FC Barcelona turns the initial interest in Porro into a concrete operation. The defender officially extended his contract in August 2025 until June 30, 2030, relieving Barcelona of any contractual urgency to part ways with him.

Koundé joined the club in 2022 and reached 150 official appearances with Barcelona last season. Although he began his career as a central defender, during his time at Barcelona, he has predominantly played as a right-back.

The possibility of a sale has gained traction due to foreign interest. Tottenham, Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal, and Bayern Munich are involved in discussions around the French player, although he has not publicly stated his decision to leave Barcelona yet.

The next step involves the pending conversation between Hansi Flick and Koundé, as well as the potential offers the club may receive. Until there is an accepted offer from Koundé and Barcelona, the contact regarding Pedro Porro will remain exploratory; should the departure materialize, Tottenham will be one of the clubs Barcelona's sporting management will have to engage with.

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