In recent years, FC Barcelona has been known for its ability to strengthen its squad with young players at relatively low prices. This approach, which prioritizes the potential of the players over their market value, has been key for the Catalonian club. Barcelona's financial difficulties force it to improve its squad without large figures.
Barça is Looking at the Reserve Team
While the first team is being strengthened, Barça is also looking to reinforce its youth system. In this sense, Barça Atlètic, the reserve team, has become a priority.
Although the season of the reserve team hasn't been successful, the club remains focused on developing talent for the first team. The sporting management is focusing on promising youngsters to improve the Barça Atlètic squad and strengthen both the reserve team and the first team.
The Jewel of LaLiga Hypermotion
One of the players who's caught the attention of Barcelona scouts the most is Antonio Cordero. This talented 17-year-old footballer was born in Malaga and trained in the youth system of the Andalusian club. He's standing out in LaLiga Hypermotion, the second tier of Spanish soccer.
Despite his young age, Cordero has shown great technical ability, speed and vision, making him one of the most promising players of his generation.
Barcelona sees enormous potential in him and has begun to keep a close eye on him. Although he's still young, his talent is undeniable and the Catalonians believe he could be a key player for the future. Cordero's contractual situation also plays in favor of the club.
The young player's contract with Malaga expires on June 30 and he has no intention of renewing with his current team. This circumstance has put Barça in a privileged position to sign him at zero cost. This means an attractive feature for a club with the limited budget that Barcelona currently has.
Malaga's Hope and the Influence of Pini Zahavi
Despite the good relationship between Barcelona and Cordero's agent, Pini Zahavi, Malaga still hopes to reach an agreement to renew the player's contract.
However, if the situation doesn't change, the likelihood of the player joining Barcelona as a free agent will increase by the day. Zahavi is known for his links with figures such as Robert Lewandowski and Hansi Flick. He also has a close relationship with Joan Laporta, which could facilitate the operation.
If everything goes according to plan, Antonio Cordero's arrival at Barça could be a key transfer for the future of the club. He would contribute to both the reserve team and the first team. A transfer at zero cost that could become one of the great successes of the Barça sporting management in the coming years.