Hector Fort, a young defender on loan at Elche from FC Barcelona, is set to return to action following a shoulder injury that sidelined him for the entire 2026 season. Reports indicate that Inter Milan is interested in Fort as a potential makeweight in negotiations for Alessandro Bastoni, a top defensive target for Barcelona. However, Fort is reportedly unaware of this interest and has no intention of leaving Barcelona. His focus remains on developing his skills in La Liga and securing a place in the squad under coach Hansi Flick. Fort's contract with Barcelona runs until 2029, and Elche does not have a purchase option in the loan agreement, meaning his future is entirely in the hands of the Catalan club.