Barcelona defender Héctor Fort has essentially confirmed his departure from the Catalan club by attending a La Liga match featuring his new team. The 20-year-old full-back was spotted in the stands during Real Sociedad’s fixture against Espanyol on Saturday, signaling his imminent arrival at the Basque club.
Fort’s exit from Barcelona has been in the works for some time. The young defender was informed that manager Hansi Flick would not be relying on him for the upcoming campaign, following a loan spell with Elche. This development prompted interest from multiple clubs across Europe eager to secure the versatile player’s signature.
Real Sociedad ultimately won the race for Fort’s services, completing negotiations with Barcelona’s transfer department earlier in the week. The Spanish club secured a permanent deal for the fullback, who has signed a contract with the San Sebastián-based outfit.
Fort’s appearance at Anoeta on Saturday served as an unofficial celebration of his transfer, with the defender publicly supporting his future teammates from the crowd. The move represents a significant step in the young defender’s career as he prepares to establish himself at his new home in the Basque Country.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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