Barcelona face £75 million obstacle in race to sign Tottenham defender – report

Barcelona face £75 million obstacle in race to sign Tottenham defender – report Barcelona could face a major financial hurdle in their pursuit of Pedro Porro, with Tottenham Hotspur reportedly demanding around €90 million to consider selling the Spanish right-back in 2027. According to SPORT , Barcelona have identified Porro as a potential defensive signing for next summer, but Tottenham are determined to protect their investment in the 27-year-old.  Their asking price of £75 million, approximately €88.6 million, would make him the most expensive right-back in football history if a deal were completed at that level. The fee could prove decisive in determining whether Barcelona turn their interest into a formal transfer bid. Tottenham demand £75m for Barcelona target Pedro Porro Tottenham’s valuation would comfortably surpass the current transfer record for a right-back.  As such, Paris Saint-Germain paid Inter Milan €68 million for Achraf Hakimi in 2021, meaning Porro would cost more than €20 million above that benchmark. Pedro Porro has a contract with Tottenham until 2031. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) Right now, the London club is in a strong negotiating position after Porro signed a new five-year contract this summer.  Although his current market valuation is reportedly around €45 million, Tottenham are seeking a significantly higher fee and do not intend to let the defender leave cheaply. At present, both Barcelona and Real Madrid have shown interest in the defender , creating the possibility of competition for his signature in 2027. Notably, interest from the two clubs does not guarantee a transfer since Tottenham’s demands would require a substantial financial commitment, particularly for Barcelona. Porro open to La Liga return Porro’s future could also depend on Tottenham’s sporting direction.  The main talking point here is the fact that the Spanish international renewed his contract believing the club would build a competitive team, but disappointing results could influence his thinking about remaining in England. Tottenham will demand close to €90 million for Pedro Porro. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) A return to La Liga would offer Porro the opportunity to play for one of Spain’s leading clubs.  Meanwhile, as reported before, Barcelona are also considering alternatives, with Ivan Fresneda of Sporting CP among the defenders on their radar.  Is Pedro Porro worth a record transfer fee? Porro’s attacking qualities fit Barcelona’s style, but paying close to €90 million for a right-back would be a major decision.  The fee would set a new benchmark for the position and could limit Barcelona’s ability to strengthen other areas. Unless Tottenham soften their stance or Barcelona make a significant financial commitment, the valuation remains the biggest obstacle to a deal.