As: Bibao wants to sign back to Laporte this summer, but economic factors are the main obstacle

According to the Ass, Athletic Bilbao is preparing to try to sign former player Laport again this summer. The 31-year-old French defender hopes to return to Europe before the 2026 World Cup and is ready to end his winning partnership with Riyadh.

It is reported that Laporte wants to rejoin La Liga and has previously hinted at an intention to transfer to Real Madrid, but this idea has not translated into an actual transfer offer. Meanwhile, Arsenal and Aston Villa have expressed interest in him, but they have turned to new goals for now.

In addition to the English League, Serie A's Naples and Inter Milan are also paying close attention to the French defender's dynamics, while Athletic Bilbao hopes to take advantage of the players' emotional connection to the Basque Country to gain the lead in this competition.

Laporte's current contract with Riyadh will expire in June 2026, and this summer will be the last chance for Riyadh to avoid leaving the team with a free transfer.

Athletic Bilbao's plan is to make a final offer for the victory of Riyadh, but economic factors remain the main obstacle, as Laporte's salary in Saudi Arabia is very generous, with an annual salary of about 25 million euros. If Riyadh wins agree to release the person, Laporte will need to reduce his salary by more than 50% to return to the San Mames Stadium.