Transfer Market: Former Sporting defender targeted by Laporta to bolster Barcelona

A spate of defensive injuries at Barcelona in recent weeks—with Eric García, Jules Koundé, Andreas Christensen, and Xavi Espart all sidelined—has sparked debate over whether the Catalan giants need to dip into the January transfer window. Should the club decide to bolster their backline, Pedro Porro has emerged as president Joan Laporta's top target.

Despite the interest, Blaugrana sources insist—as reported on Thursday by 3cat—that no final decision has been made. The priority remains waiting for the injured players to return, as none are facing long-term layoffs. Nevertheless, the Tottenham and former Sporting CP full-back is held in high regard by the Catalan club's hierarchy.

Porro established himself as a key figure in Spain's World Cup-winning campaign last summer. After breaking into the starting XI from the second group game, he forged an impressive partnership with Lamine Yamal down the right flank and netted two goals during the tournament, including one in the semi-final against France.

That fixture in Dallas was watched live from the stands by Joan Laporta, who came away thoroughly impressed by the Spanish international's display—an assessment reinforced by Porro's standout performance in the final.

The former Sporting star signed a contract extension with Spurs immediately prior to the World Cup, a factor that makes any potential deal difficult given the London club's strong negotiating position and contractual terms.