Barcelona youngster picks La Liga transfer over West Ham and Aston Villa but stumbling block holding up move

Barcelona full-back Fort has chosen a loan move to Mallorca as his preferred destination, but the deal is currently on hold. According to a report from Mundo Deportivo, recent talks between the clubs have been positive, but the transfer is contingent on Mallorca first selling their current right-back, Maffeo. Moreover, he has reportedly chosen the La Liga side over reported interest from Premier League clubs West Ham and Aston Villa

The 19-year-old is seeking regular first-team football and has prioritised a move within La Liga to continue his development. His proposed switch to the Balearic Islands, however, now hinges entirely on Maffeo's future. Maffeo has an offer from Brazilian club Atletico Mineiro, but his departure from Mallorca has stalled, leaving Fort's loan in limbo with the end of the transfer window approaching.

Mallorca have become a popular destination for Barcelona's young talent this summer. The club has already signed midfielder Pablo Torre on loan from the Blaugrana and recently completed a transfer for another academy prospect, Jan Virgili, highlighting the strong working relationship between the two clubs.

The teenager's immediate future depends on Maffeo's move away from Mallorca being completed. Should the defender's transfer be finalised, Fort's loan is expected to be rubber-stamped quickly. However, if the deal for Maffeo collapses, Fort will be forced to reconsider other options on the table to secure a move away from Barcelona before the deadline.