Pedro Porro admits Spain return is 'no secret' as Real Madrid and Barcelona circle

Pedro Porro has openly acknowledged that a return to Spain is his ambition, telling reporters ‘it’s true, and no secret’ as both Real Madrid and Barcelona are linked with the Tottenham Hotspur right-back. The 27-year-old’s comments come just months after he signed a new contract with Spurs that runs until 2031.

Porro, speaking in remarks relayed by Sport Witness, was careful to frame his admission with respect for his current club. ‘I’ve just renewed my contract with Tottenham,’ he said. ‘I have a great deal of respect for my club, and I’m very grateful for the support they give me. It’s true, and no secret, that I hope to return to Spain one day, as it’s my home country. But first and foremost, I want to emphasise my respect for the club I’m currently under contract with. As for the future, well, we’ll see.’

According to Sport Witness, this marks the sixth occasion on which Porro has spoken publicly about a potential move away from north London. As far back as March, the Spain international described Real Madrid as a ‘dream’ destination, and more recently called Barcelona president Joan Laporta’s praise of him ‘flattering’, adding: ‘I’m focused on the national team now, and then we’ll see.’

Despite that sustained interest, the path to the Bernabéu appears to have narrowed. Real Madrid signed Denzel Dumfries to compete with Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back, while manager José Mourinho has also deployed Federico Valverde in that position, making a move for Porro look unlikely in the near term.

Barcelona’s situation is more fluid. Jules Koundé is currently sidelined through injury, Ronald Araújo is on loan at Liverpool, and La Masia graduates Brian Fariñas and Xavi Espart have both been used at right-back by Hansi Flick this season. Should Koundé’s future at the club remain uncertain, the Blaugrana could look to the transfer market for reinforcements in that position — with Porro, valued at €45 million by Transfermarkt, a credible option.

Whether Porro’s comments reflect an imminent desire to leave or a longer-term aspiration will likely only become clear if and when a formal approach materialises. For now, he remains a Spurs player, with Tottenham returning to Premier League action against Ipswich Town after the international break.