Hector Fort has departed Elche after a season on loan with the Liga side from Barcelona. There has been speculation that Hector Fort will be given a chance in pre-season by Hansi Flick. Hansi Flick also has Xavi Espart, Jules Kounde and Eric Garcia as right-back options.

There is a meeting underway in the offices of the Sports City. Xavi and Héctor Fort's agent are currently meeting with Deco at the blue and red facilities. The appointment was already planned to address the continuity of the youth academy player, but they are also taking the opportunity to finalize the liquidation of Xavi. One of the most urgent folders was to reach an agreement with the young defender, who ended his contract in June 2025. The appointment this morning was already planned. And, in fact, it is about to be finalized. Just a few minutes ago, Laporta and Yuste entered the facilities. Therefore, everything seems to predict that the announcement of the continuity of the youth academy player will come shortly.