Héctor Fort has failed to earn the trust of Hansi Flick last season and is the last option to choose in a demarcation (the right back) that is well covered by FC Barcelona. Therefore, his departure in the last days of the market is imminent.
In the course of the summer market, the young full-back has been linked with several teams at European level, from RCD Mallorca to clubs from other countries such as Everton of England and Como of Italy. According to the latest market rumors, West Ham United has been added to this list.
West Ham offers minutes to Héctor Fort: The ideal solution?
Different media claim that the English club is the best positioned to take the player on loan for a season. The 'Hammers' and the Blaugrana team would have the departure of the '32' well underway, but not before closing the extension of his contract with Barça.
The 19-year-old defender played a residual role last season, playing 20 games in which he totaled just 638 minutes. At the beginning of this season, he has not even been called up against Mallorca or Levante, so Hansi Flick's plan for the youth player is clear.
In his sector of the field (the right), he has the competition of an Eric García who has surprisingly relegated Jules Koundé to the bench, with the Frenchman being considered one of the best right-backs in the world during the 24/25 season.
During the preseason, Héctor only managed to play 47 minutes in two games, so the defender prioritizes joining a team where he has the necessary confidence and regularity to exploit his talent.
Héctor Fort's departure: How does it benefit Barça and the player?
The Catalan full-back dreams of succeeding at the Blaugrana team, but he is aware that his departure this summer is essential for his consolidation as a top-level player, with West Ham being a club that could suit him very well.
However, Fort would have tough competition in Graham Potter's team, as his direct rival for the position is Wan-Bissaka, an experienced player with a long history in English football, and Kyle Walker-Peters, another veteran with extensive experience in the Premier League.
The player's loan will also benefit the Blaugrana team, as it will allow the release of space in its salary mass and, in this way, facilitate the registration of the remaining players. At the moment, Wojciech Szczesny, Gerard Martín and Roony Bardghji are waiting for the activation of their respective cards.
The operation is presented as a door that solves the problems of both the player and Barça. It is a win-win that interests both parties, allowing growth in Fort's career and a respite in the economic field for the Catalan club.
However, in addition to West Ham, there are several clubs in the 'race' for the loan of Héctor Fort. In addition to Everton and Como, in France, Paris FC is also attentive to his future. The French team, unlike the 'Hammers', would guarantee him more options to be a starter, although it is a newly promoted team.