FC Barcelona goes after Laporte

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The performance of Laporte during the tournament has reinforced an idea that the sporting directorate was already considering. Deco watched several matches closely and finished satisfied with the defender's level, especially for his ability to compete at the very highest level and for the partnership he formed with Pau Cubarsí, one of the foundations of Spain's title-winning side.

The interest does not stem only from what has been seen in recent weeks. During Deco's time in the United States for the Club World Cup, there was already an initial approach between the parties. That conversation was left as an initial contact, with the intention of picking it up again once the competition had ended.

Now, as Carlos Monfort reported in Diario SPORT, the Barcelona is planning to speak with the player's circle in the coming days, even in the next few hours, to learn his current situation and future plans before taking a further step.

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At the club, they value several aspects of Laporte: he is a left-footed centre-back, has experience in the highest-pressure settings, leadership and good ball distribution. Those are traits that match the club's footballing idea and explain why his name has gained momentum within the planning.

The financial side also carries weight. His release clause is set at below 15 million euros, a figure that Barcelona considers manageable compared with other options to strengthen the heart of the defence.

Within the organization, there is another argument that encourages a positive view of a deal like this: the precedent of Iñigo Martínez. His arrival initially raised doubts, but he ended up consolidating himself thanks to his experience, defensive reliability and influence in the dressing room. At the club, they believe Laporte shares several of those qualities.

Caution, in any case, continues to set the pace. The interest is clear, but the next contacts will be used to gauge the real viability before deciding whether to open formal negotiations. For now, Aymeric Laporte is among the names Deco is considering to strengthen Barcelona's defence after a World Cup that has further boosted his candidacy.