Barca bring back Cancelo for third spell on deal until 2029

Aug 20 : Barcelona have signed fullback Joao Cancelo on a free transfer until June 2029, the LaLiga champions said on Thursday, with the Portugal international returning to the Catalan club for a third spell.The 32-year-old first joined Barca on loan from Premier League side Manchester City during the 2023-24 season before returning on another loan spell from Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal in January.Across his two stints at Barca, Cancelo made 65 appearances, scoring six goals and providing nine assists.Cancelo terminated his contract with Al-Hilal by mutual consent before completing his return to Barca, according to media reports. "The fullback arrives as a free agent and signs a contract up to 30 June 2029," Barca said in a statement."Cancelo now signs a permanent contract with Barca an