FC Barcelona is closely monitoring Spanish defender Aymeric Laporte as a potential marquee signing for their backline this summer. The 32-year-old center-back has been in stellar form during the World Cup in the United States, cementing his role as a vital leader for Spain manager Luis de la Fuente. Alongside young talent Pau Cubarsi, Laporte has anchored a formidable defensive partnership that has conceded only one goal across seven World Cup matches.
According to Spanish media reports, Barcelona’s leadership has been tracking Laporte’s consistent weekly performances in La Liga. If the reigning Spanish champions decide to bolster their defense during the current transfer window, the experienced international is reportedly their top target. The club views him as a seamless fit for manager Hansi Flick’s tactical setup, drawing comparisons to the successful profile previously brought by Íñigo Martínez.
While Barcelona remains highly interested, securing the defender presents notable hurdles. Laporte is currently under contract until 2028 and has not publicly expressed any desire to leave his current club. Additionally, Barcelona is considering Tottenham’s Argentine defender Cristian Romero, who is also enjoying a strong World Cup and wants to leave London for a reported price of €50 million. However, before the Catalan giants can finalize any high-profile incoming transfers to their defensive unit, they will first need to orchestrate a player departure from their current squad.