A Change of Course
Aymeric Laporte will be the protagonist again this summer, just as he was in the past. Exactly one year ago, he made the decision to leave Manchester City, where he had become a secondary piece in Pep Guardiola’s systems. However, he is now looking for a new outlet and wants to continue competing at the highest level.
After his time in Saudi Arabia, where he played for Al-Nassr, Laporte has decided to return to Europe. He has not adapted to his new life on the Asian continent and longs to return to competing in European leagues. His outstanding performances in the Euro Cup have attracted the attention of several clubs, which has opened up new opportunities for him.
The Desire to Return Home
Laporte will not be short of offers to choose from, but he is clear about his preferred destination. The Spanish-French defender yearns to return home and experience a second spell in the ranks of Athletic Club de Bilbao. This team believed in him since he was a child and gave him the opportunity to establish himself in the elite of football.
Laporte has already expressed his desire to arrive at San Mamés and play in the Europa League and La Liga EA Sports. In addition, he has already established an agreement with the Basque club’s board of directors. However, both parties still need to reach a final understanding to finalize their return.
Real Madrid is not an Option
Although there had been speculation about the possibility of Laporte joining Real Madrid, president Florentino Pérez never considered purchasing the 30-year-old defender. Therefore, the way is clear for Athletic Club de Bilbao to recover its ‘prodigal son’.
