Álvaro Cortés navigates his future: Barcelona remains his priority

Álvaro Cortés (21) faces a decisive week to sort out his future. The defender holds a contract with Barcelona and, according to Mundo Deportivo, has received concrete offers from clubs in LaLiga, Serie A, Premier League and other European competitions, showing the interest generated after his impressive campaign with Barcelona's academy.

Yet the player's priority remains clear: Cortés wants to succeed at Barcelona. The centre-back is "very culé" and, despite the external interest, keeps his focus solely on the Blaugrana and Hansi Flick's plans, who trusts him after what he's shown in pre-season.

The club conveys calm about the scenario. His name appears as an option for the fourth centre-back alongside Cubarsí, Gerard Martín and Christensen, a position left open after Araujo's loan to Liverpool. Club and player are working hand in hand, and the coming days will bring clarity on the final decision.