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Aymeric Laporte is one step away from signing his eagerly awaited return to Athletic Club. The defender, currently with Al Nassr in Saudi Arabia, has everything agreed with the rojiblanco team to return to San Mamés. As Radio Marca has reported, the deal is practically closed, and only the formalization of documents remains for it to become official.
The Spanish international center-back, who left a mark during his first spell in Bilbao, will return to the team where he established himself as one of the most promising central defenders in European football. His comeback is a strategic move for Athletic, strengthening their defensive line with an experienced player who knows the club and its philosophy.
The deal is practically closed
The contract that awaits him in his new stage at Lezama will be long-term, estimated to be between three and four seasons, demonstrating the club's full confidence in his performance and leadership. The player's desire to return home has been crucial for the negotiations to advance swiftly.
🚨 LAPORTE WILL PLAY FOR ATHLETIC 🚨
— 🎙Alberto Santacruz (@a_santacruz) July 22, 2025
✍🏻 Total agreement between Athletic Club and Aymeric Laporte.
🔜 Agreement in place between Athletic and Al-Nassr (with Laporte's participation) after days of negotiations. Only the signature is pending.
🗓️ He will be a rojiblanco player for 3-4 years. Everything will be finalized this week. pic.twitter.com/es60aHcgE9
Laporte had previously expressed his affection for the Bilbao club and his intention to return one day. That moment has arrived. If there are no last-minute setbacks, the official announcement will be made in the coming days, possibly this same week. Athletic secures a promising signing that excites the fans and strengthens a squad aiming to raise its level in all competitions.
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