barcelona Loan La Masia Right Back Héctor Fort to Elche on Deadline Day
Barcelona, Spain – Barcelona has finalized a loan transfer for promising young right back Héctor Fort to La LigaS elche CF, the clubs announced today, September 2, 2025. The move allows the 19-year-old defender to secure consistent first-team minutes, a crucial step in his development, while maintaining a strong connection to his boyhood club thru a contract extending until 2029.
Fort’s temporary departure comes amid increased competition for playing time at Barcelona. Despite making 20 appearances during Hansi Flick’s first season as manager, primarily as cover for Jules Koundé, Fort has found himself behind Eric García in the pecking order at right back to start the 2025-26 campaign. García has started two of barcelona’s first three games of the season on the right flank, limiting opportunities for the La Masia graduate.
The loan to Elche provides Fort with the chance to feature regularly, as he joins a team currently battling to avoid relegation. Prior to joining elche, Fort is expected to represent Spain at the U-20 world cup later in September. Elche Football Club announced the signing on Twitter,highlighting Fort’s potential to bolster their attack on the right side.
Barcelona will retain ties with Fort throughout the loan period, with the possibility of a return to the Camp Nou next summer. The club views the move as a beneficial step in Fort’s progression, allowing him to gain valuable experience while remaining a part of the long-term project.
