FC Barcelona has been after him for a long time and has managed to convince him. Finally, Hugo Galdeano, son of the former footballer Apoño, has made the decision to head to La Masia next season. He passed the trials a few months ago, showing that he has unbelievable potential ahead of him that hasn't gone unnoticed by any team in Europe.
Hugo Galdeano already defended Barça's colors last December, being part of the under-11 B team that won the Ciudad de Linares Tournament. During that competition, the culers won by a triple 3-0 against Leganés, Real Madrid, and Betis. He had good performances and they moved quickly for him before he could slip away, securing his signing.
The truth is that Hugo Galdeano has already visited Barça's Ciutat Esportiva before, having met some of his idols like Lamine Yamal, Lewandowski, Olmo, or Pedri. Apoño's son had no doubts, deciding on a project that cares for and nurtures young footballers, working so that one day they reach the first team.
Laporta Takes Him from Florentino: Hugo Galdeano Will Play for Barça
Not only was Barcelona interested in the young Andalusian. Real Madrid also wanted him, having contacted his closest circle. After thinking it over, both Hugo Galdeano and his family have decided that the best step for his future is to train at Barça. They offer him unbeatable conditions and a place where he can study and dedicate himself to what he loves most.
At Barça, they are very happy with the signing of Hugo Galdeano, believing that they may have secured the arrival of one of the best young footballers of the future. He has very good conditions to succeed in the world of soccer with the right treatment... And it is trusted that he can have it at La Masia.
When deciding between Barça, Real Madrid, or other teams, the reality is that Hugo Galdeano has always been clear. Where young players succeed the most is wearing the culer colors. La Masia offers him an ideal place to train and continue growing, he had no doubts, and both he and his circle trust they have made the right decision.
This way, for the next season, Laporta already has his first major operation, even if it's in the context of La Masia, taking the most promising young player in Europe.