Fulham has set its sights on Barcelona full-back Héctor Fort, following reports from Diario Sport that manager Álvaro Arbeloa has requested the board to explore a potential deal. The Catalan club is reportedly open to a permanent sale should an offer around €10 million be presented.

Key Points:

• Héctor Fort returned to Barcelona this summer after a loan spell with Elche.
• Arbeloa's recruitment strategy has already seen the arrival of Gonzalo García and César Palacios from his previous club.
• Fort's versatility allows him to play as both a left-back and right-back, making him an attractive option for Fulham.

The reported valuation of €10 million would lead Barcelona to consider the deal, highlighting Arbeloa’s proactive approach to enhancing his squad with young Spanish talent. This latest development underscores the ongoing efforts to strengthen Fulham’s roster ahead of the upcoming season.

As the situation unfolds, it remains to be seen if Fulham will formalize their interest and make an official offer for Fort, contributing to Arbeloa's vision of building a competitive team at Craven Cottage.