Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has stated that a return to former club Barcelona would be 'hard to turn down', acknowledging the emotional pull of his homeland. The 27-year-old, developed by Espanyol and Barcelona's youth system, made only one first-team appearance for Barcelona before moving through La Liga with Eibar and Getafe. His £60m move to Chelsea in 2021 marked a significant step, establishing him as the regular left-back.

While expressing current happiness and a desire to delay any return, Cucurella conceded that a Barcelona offer would require serious consideration alongside family needs. This comment comes as Chelsea face instability, having changed managers twice since Cucurella's arrival, including the recent departure of Enzo Maresca. Maresca's tenure saw a top-four finish, Club World Cup, and Conference League success, but his exit has left the squad unsettled.