Tottenham Hotspur right-back Pedro Porro has publicly acknowledged that a return to Spain is on his agenda — describing it as "no secret" — even as the 27-year-old remains under contract at N17 until 2031.

Speaking to reporters, Porro was candid but careful. "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."

The comments, relayed by Sport Witness, mark the sixth time Porro has spoken publicly about a potential move away from Spurs — this time prefacing his words with "I don't want to get into any trouble."

Real Madrid and Barcelona both in the picture

Porro's future has attracted attention from two of Spain's biggest clubs. As far back as March, he described interest from Real Madrid as a "dream," while he called Barcelona president Joan Laporte's praise of him "flattering" in more recent comments, adding only that he was focused on international duty before giving any further thought to his next club.

Real Madrid's pursuit now appears to have cooled. The club signed Denzel Dumfries and also deployed Federico Valverde at full-back, leaving little room for Porro at the Bernabeu in the near term.

Barcelona, however, present a more plausible destination. With Jules Kounde currently sidelined through injury and Ronald Araujo out on loan at Liverpool, Hansi Flick's side has turned to La Masia products Brian Farinas and Xavi Espart to fill the right-back role. Should Kounde depart as well, the Blaugrana could have a genuine need for a proven right-back — and Porro, valued at €45 million by Transfermarkt, fits the profile.

Spurs' situation

Tottenham Hotspur extended Porro's deal over the summer, tying him down through 2031 following back-to-back 17th-place finishes in the Premier League. Despite that show of commitment from the club, Porro's repeated public comments suggest his heart may ultimately lie elsewhere.

Spurs return to Premier League action after the international break when they host Ipswich Town.