Barcelona’s departure plan for left-back Hector Fort is crystallising, with Borussia Dortmund holding pole position—but Real Sociedad’s late entry has injected fresh uncertainty into negotiations. The Catalan club has now formalised its asking price across two distinct structures, as reported by Matteo Moretto.
Barcelona’s dual valuation for Fort’s exit
The club is demanding €20 million for permanent ownership of all registration rights. Alternatively, Barcelona will entertain offers between €8 million and €10 million in return for retaining a 50% stake in the player’s future.
Either package would unlock the transfer. This tiered approach reflects Barcelona’s preference for maintaining financial leverage on a prospect they still regard as having considerable upside. The structure mirrors their handling of previous departures: Jofre Torrents and Tommy Marques both left under similar co-ownership arrangements, preserving the club’s capacity to profit should their market value rise elsewhere.
Dortmund’s advantage amid Sociedad’s intervention
Dortmund retain the strongest negotiating position after weeks of groundwork. The Bundesliga club emerged as the clear frontrunner earlier in the window, with completion appearing imminent before Sociedad disrupted the trajectory.
The Spanish side have now begun formal information-gathering on Fort’s departure conditions and represent a tangible second bidder. Their involvement, however, has not shifted Barcelona’s resolve on financial terms. Whether Dortmund or Sociedad moves first to meet the club’s stipulations will determine the outcome.
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Why Barcelona’s ownership structure matters for Fort’s next step
The full €20 million sale represents a clean break—attractive for a buyer wanting unfettered control. The co-ownership option, however, suits Barcelona’s current priorities more closely. A mid-sized fee paired with retained equity allows the club to recoup immediate funds while positioning itself to benefit from Fort’s development, should his performances at Dortmund or San Sebastián elevate his commercial worth. For a teenager whose profile remains unproven at elite level, this dual structure hedges Barcelona’s exposure while keeping doors open to profit upside.
