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Barcelona are already mapping out backup plans for the summer window, and a familiar name has entered their shortlist as uncertainty grows around Joao Cancelo.<\/p>\n
It is known that Barcelona still see the Portuguese full-back as a priority, but the situation is pretty complicated.<\/p>\n
Simply put, Cancelo\u2019s current deal structure is the main issue. He is on loan from Al-Hilal, and the Saudi side are expected to demand a significant fee to make the move permanent.<\/p>\n
On top of that, the player\u2019s financial terms could also become a stumbling block, and if Barcelona fail to find a workable agreement on both fronts, they are prepared to shift focus quickly.<\/p>\n
In that context, according to SPORT, AS Monaco defender Caio Henrique has been identified as a serious alternative, offering a more financially manageable option while still fitting the club\u2019s tactical needs.<\/p>\n
Henrique\u2019s situation makes him particularly attractive, as he is entering the final phase of his contract, with just one year left, which puts Monaco in a position where they must decide whether to sell now or risk losing leverage later.<\/p>\n
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Caio Henrique is back on Barcelona\u2019s radar. (Photo by Michael Steele\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
This is why the expectation is that a deal could start around \u20ac15 million, a figure Barcelona would look to reduce further through negotiations.<\/p>\n
Another factor working in Barcelona\u2019s favour is the positive relationship between the two clubs.<\/p>\n
Recent dealings, including the loan of Ansu Fati, have helped build trust, which could make discussions smoother.<\/p>\n
Now, with the World Cup approaching, there is a belief that Henrique\u2019s value could rise if he performs well on the international stage.<\/p>\n
That makes this summer a key window for Barcelona to act if they want to secure him at a reasonable price.<\/p>\n
Simply put, while Cancelo remains the preferred option, Barcelona are clearly not leaving anything to chance.<\/p>\n