Barcelona have received an enquiry from Aston Villa for Hector Fort, sources have confirmed to Blaugranagram. Initial contacts are underway in the final weeks of the transfer window, with the 19-year-old right-back weighing his options for more regular playing time.
With Hansi Flick leaning on Jules Koundé and Eric García for the right-back role, minutes could be limited for Fort this season. Barça continue to value his long-term potential and prefer not to lose control of his future, meaning they are open to a loan or a transfer with buy-back/retained rights to secure his development.
For Villa, Fort would come in as cover and competition for Matty Cash, with the chance to develop him into a long-term solution on the flank. At 19, Fort fits Emery’s plan of working with young players who can grow and adapt to the Premier League.
Matty Cash remains first choice at right-back, while local reports in England suggest Andrés García could still depart before the window closes – potentially opening a slot on the flank.
