Aymeric Laporte Remains at Athletic, No Talks with Barcelona

Aymeric Laporte, 32, remains a cornerstone of Athletic Club’s defense as he continues to deliver solid performances in the second half of the season. Speculation had risen after Barcelona’s defensive woes, but sporting director Mikel González unequivocally stated that there are no negotiations for Laporte’s departure.

Laporte’s contract runs until 2028, and the club intends to keep him as a long‑term pillar of their back line. The clarification puts an end to transfer rumors and reinforces stability in Athletic’s defensive plans.