Héctor Fort and his future: What position will Barça take this summer?

The name of Héctor Fort promises to generate debate this summer within FC Barcelona. The Barcelona right-back was one of the youth players who managed to position himself as one of the regular players in the first team's call-ups during the 2024/25 season. However, his participation was far from being a leading one.

The right-back barely totaled 638 minutes in 20 matches, becoming one of the players with the least amount of time on the field during the season. This reality raises an inevitable question: should the 'culé' club and Héctor Fort part ways this summer?

Héctor Fort, during the Barça-Rayo (1-0)

It is a decision that makes sense if one considers that Jules Koundé is the undisputed starter at right-back, while Eric García has proven to be a reliable substitute when required. Furthermore, the Catalan team might be considering further strengthening the position with a new right-back.

CANDIDATES WHO HAVE BEEN RUMORED TO STRENGTHEN BARCELONA'S RIGHT-BACK POSITION:

1. Andrei Rațiu - Rayo Vallecano
2. Vanderson - AS Mónaco
3. Marc Pubill - UD Almería
4. Daniel Muñoz - Crystal Palace

Possible departure of Héctor Fort: What does FC Barcelona say?

According to the sports newspaper SPORT, FC Barcelona does not rule out any scenario regarding Héctor Fort. Barça will not force the player's departure, who has a contract until 2029, but neither will they oppose if the Barcelona right-back expresses his desire to seek more minutes and an attractive offer arrives to let him leave. He is a player with great potential who could find better development outside the club.

The offer from Ajax and Héctor Fort's decision

In fact, according to the same source, Héctor Fort could have changed teams in the last winter market. Ajax of Amsterdam, recognized worldwide for its training capacity and its technical affinities with Barcelona, made a formal proposal to incorporate him. However, the offer did not prosper due to the player's own decision.

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Héctor Fort's vision: commitment to FC Barcelona and desire to succeed

As of today, despite the complicated situation, Héctor Fort is not considering leaving the 'azulgrana' team in the short term. His top priority is to succeed at the club in Barcelona, where he is part of an enviable generation of young talents.

Now, his goal is to convince coach Hansi Flick to give him more playing opportunities. The '32' presents himself as a valuable alternative for both flanks, with a good offensive level, although he still needs to improve in the defensive aspect. Under the tutelage of the German coach, this area could be considerably enhanced. Will Héctor Fort manage to become a protagonist next season with FC Barcelona? Or will he have to change teams to make that leap that his talent deserves?