Joao Cancelo
Born: May 27, 1994 (age 30)
Height: 5' 11.5" (182cm)
Weight: 11st 9lb (74kg)
Hometown: Barreiro, Portugal
Nationality: 
Portuguese
PortuguesePosition: Defender
Team: Al-Hilal
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| Career History | ||
|---|---|---|
| Senior | 2018-2019 | Juventus |
| 2019-2024 | Manchester City | |
| → 2023 | Bayern Munich (loan) | |
| → 2023-2024 | Barcelona (loan) | |
| 2024- | Al-Hilal | |
| International | 2016- | Portugal |
Sports Mole has 1,249 articles about Joao Cancelo. Articles 1 to 40:
Man City vs. Man Utd: Keane or Rodri? Rooney or Aguero? De Bruyne or Cantona? Who makes our Manchester derby Premier League XI?
Ahead of Sunday's Manchester derby, Sports Mole takes on the impossible task of choosing an all-time XI between Manchester United and Man City in the Premier League era.
11:30
Man City transfer news: Long-standing servant linked with 'sensational' return to former club
Manchester City defender Kyle Walker is reportedly keen on a return to Sheffield United, 15 years after departing clubs, over lucrative moves to Saudi Arabia or MLS.
Dec 6, 01:05
Arsenal 'emerge as Premier League frontrunners' for La Liga star but face competition from Saudi Arabia
Arsenal are reportedly the Premier League frontrunners to sign Las Palmas attacker Alberto Moleiro but are facing serious competition from the Saudi Pro League.
Dec 3, 00:58
Portugal lineup vs. Croatia: Predicted XI for UEFA Nations League showdown
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Monday's UEFA Nations League clash with Croatia.
Nov 16, 12:36
Preview: Croatia vs. Portugal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Nations League clash between Croatia and Portugal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 16, 12:27
Man United transfer news: Ruben Amorim planning shock swoop for ex-Man City star?
Incoming Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly interested in bringing Juventus defender and ex-Manchester City man Danilo to Old Trafford.
Nov 10, 00:01
Man City defender 'in line for £150k-a-week contract' after world-record transfer decision
Manchester City want to tie goalscoring defender Josko Gvardiol down to a new contract, according to a report.
Oct 27, 19:32
Man City transfer news: Yan Couto 'formally leaves' as Borussia Dortmund trigger €30m clause
Manchester City reportedly receive €30m (£25m) from the sale of defender Yan Couto as Borussia Dortmund's obligation-to-buy clause has been triggered.
Oct 10, 13:39
Rico Lewis: Analysing why Man City's "special talent" can finally be England's left-back solution
Man City expert Steven McInerney from Esteemed Kompany shares his views to Sports Mole on whether Rico Lewis is capable of solving England's left-back conundrum under interim boss Lee Carsley.
Oct 8, 17:59
Preview: Al Kholood vs. Al-Hilal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Saudi Pro League clash between Al Kholood and Al-Hilal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 26, 23:36
Barcelona will 'scout' two Monaco players during Champions League clash
Barcelona will allegedly scout Monaco duo Caio Henrique and Vanderson during Thursday's Champions League contest.
Sep 19, 13:44
Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola to be handed £100m January warchest?
Manchester City could reportedly back Pep Guardiola with a £100m transfer warchest in January as they target moves for Florian Wirtz and Jamal Musiala.
Sep 8, 23:59
Man City midfielder 'considering' January exit amid Saudi Arabia links
A Manchester City midfielder is reportedly weighing up whether to leave the club in January amid speculation linking him with a move to Saudi Arabia.
Sep 7, 00:10
Portugal lineup vs. Scotland: Predicted XI for Nations League Group 1 match
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Sunday's UEFA Nations League clash with struggling Scotland.
Sep 6, 09:31
Preview: Portugal vs. Croatia - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Nations League clash between Portugal and Croatia, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 5, 20:40
Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola 'determined' to sign two Bundesliga players in 2025
Manchester City will reportedly step up their interest in two Bundesliga players who Pep Guardiola is 'determined' to sign during the summer of 2025.
Sep 5, 13:37
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'priced out' of £33m striker signing
Arsenal were reportedly priced out of a summer move for Brazilian striker Marcos Leonardo, who joined Al-Hilal from Benfica earlier this month.
Sep 4, 23:39
Portugal lineup vs. Croatia: Predicted XI for Nations League Group 1 match
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Portugal could line up for Thursday's Nations clash with Croatia.
Sep 3, 13:08
Man City's Joel Ndala 'undergoing medical' ahead of PSV Eindhoven loan with obligation to buy
PSV Eindhoven reportedly beat AC Milan and a host of other European clubs in the race to sign a highly-rated Manchester City and England youth international.
Sep 2, 15:15
Will Barcelona add to Victor, Olmo signings in latter stages of transfer window?
Barcelona reportedly do not have space in their budget to sign another player before this summer's transfer window closes for business.
Aug 29, 18:00
"I had many very special moments" - Joao Cancelo leaves Man City to join Al-Hilal
Manchester City confirm that Joao Cancelo has completed a permanent move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
Aug 27, 18:51
Man City 'agree' £21.1m deal to sell 30-year-old to Saudi Pro League
Manchester City's Joao Cancelo is reportedly preparing to complete the final part of his medical ahead of a £21.1m move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal.
Aug 27, 18:04
Manchester City 'accept' £30m bid from Al-Hilal for out-of-favour defender
Manchester City have reportedly accepted a £30m bid from Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal for out-of-favour full-back Joao Cancelo.
Aug 26, 13:53
Man City transfer news: Al-Hilal 'submit formal bid' for 30-year-old
Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal reportedly make an offer to sign Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo, who looks set to leave the Premier League champions.
Aug 22, 09:21
Man City transfer news: Defensive duo 'wanted' by Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal
Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal reportedly include two Manchester City players on a three-man defender shortlist.
Aug 20, 14:53
Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde provides update after suffering injury setback
Barcelona defender Alejandro Balde provides an update on his fitness after being withdrawn from the club's opening La Liga fixture for 2024-25.
Aug 18, 13:24
Man City outcast with "huge qualities" handed lifeline by Pep Guardiola
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says that full-back Joao Cancelo could still stay at the Etihad after his Barcelona loan last term.
Aug 16, 18:33
Man City's most expensive sales ever
Sports Mole takes a look at the most expensive sales in Manchester City's illustrious history.
Aug 12, 16:48
Man City will be without four senior stars for Man United Community Shield clash
Pep Guardiola reveals when Man City quartet Rodri, Phil Foden, Kyle Walker and John Stones will return to the club ahead of Saturday's Community Shield clash with Man United.
Aug 9, 15:12
Man City transfer news: Citizens 'agree' to sell defender to German giants
Manchester City's Yan Couto is reportedly set to join Borussia Dortmund on a one-year loan deal with an obligation to buy.
Jul 31, 18:14
Joao Cancelo: Barcelona 'unable' to meet Man City's valuation for defender
La Liga giants Barcelona are reportedly unable to sign Joao Cancelo on a permanent deal due to Manchester City's asking price.
Jul 30, 15:18
Man City transfer news and rumours: Eight players who could be sold or loaned out this summer
Sports Mole takes a look at eight players who could either be sold or loaned out by Manchester City in this summer's transfer window.
Jul 23, 23:05
Man City lineup vs. Celtic: Predicted XI for pre-season friendly
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Manchester City could line up for Tuesday's pre-season friendly against Celtic.
Jul 21, 10:00
Preview: Manchester City vs. Celtic - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's friendly clash between Manchester City and Celtic, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 21, 09:50
Barcelona stalwart 'working' on Premier League transfer after contract U-turn
Spanish midfielder Sergi Roberto is reportedly eyeing up a move to the Premier League following the expiry of his Barcelona contract.
Jul 20, 18:13
Man United transfer news: Premier League club 'cool interest' in Red Devils defender
West Ham United are not currently considering signing Manchester United's Aaron Wan-Bissaka despite the recent speculation, according to a report.
Jul 20, 08:03
Barcelona transfer news: Flick 'makes' Cancelo decision amid Saudi interest
New Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick wants the Catalan giants to re-sign Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo, according to a report.
Jul 17, 18:25
Barcelona transfer news: La Liga giants 'handed' boost in Joao Cancelo pursuit
Barcelona reportedly receive a boost in their bid to re-sign Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo following his loan spell with the Catalan club last season.
Jul 15, 23:28
Man City transfer news: Guardiola's side 'suffer blow' in pursuit of 20-year-old
Adam Wharton will reportedly reject the likes of Manchester City, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in order to stay with Crystal Palace during this summer's transfer window.
Jul 14, 13:08
Man City transfer news: Two clubs 'willing' to pay £21m for Joao Cancelo
Al-Ahli and Al Ettifaq are both prepared to pay £21m to sign Manchester City defender Joao Cancelo this summer, according to a report.
Jul 12, 16:28
