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Tottenham and Arsenal dragged into Barcelona transfer plan – Chelsea could unlock deal

Barcelona’s plans at right-back have managed to drag Tottenham, Arsenal and Chelsea into the same story. It starts with Pedro Porro (once again) and Iván Fresneda being the two players being considered by the Catalan club. That immediately gives Tottenham…

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 8:09 AM
Tottenham and Arsenal dragged into Barcelona transfer plan – Chelsea could unlock deal
Key Things to Know
  • Barcelona are targeting Pedro Porro and Iván Fresneda, with Chelsea potentially funding a move by buying Jules Koundé.
  • Chelsea's interest in Koundé could help Barcelona finance a permanent deal for either right-back target.
  • Tottenham's Porro has developed strong chemistry with Barcelona's Lamine Yamal while playing together for Spain.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Barcelona are considering Tottenham's Pedro Porro and Sporting Lisbon's Iván Fresneda for their right-back position, according to Mundo Deportivo. Chelsea could potentially trigger the moves by pursuing a permanent transfer for Barcelona defender Jules Koundé. Koundé has reportedly fallen behind Eric García in manager Hansi Flick's plans, meaning a lucrative sale to Chelsea would generate the necessary funds for Barcelona to target either replacement.

Porro is reportedly viewed favorably due to his existing on-pitch chemistry with Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal for the Spanish national team. Meanwhile, 22-year-old Fresneda remains an alternative target who has also been monitored by Arsenal. Sporting previously turned down a €25m plus €5m bonus offer from AS Roma for Fresneda, indicating any pursuit will require significant financial investment.

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