Cortés faces Barcelona exit or first-team chance

Barcelona's young defender has concrete offers from four leagues as his future hangs in the balance.

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What happened. Álvaro Cortés has received concrete offers from clubs in four leagues, while Barcelona coach Hansi Flick wants to keep him for the new season.

• Flick told Cortés he wants to rely on him after Araujo's loan move.
• Cortés is a strong candidate to start at centre-back for Barcelona.
• Barcelona may sign a new defender if Cortés leaves.

Cortés's decision will shape Barcelona's defensive plans, with Laporte linked as a potential signing.

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