FC Barcelona has been in the spotlight for its commitment to its youth system, especially La Masia. However, the board is also looking for new talents on the market to reinforce its squad with promising youngsters.
The club strategy combines internal training with the search for talented players outside its walls.
Barça's Commitment to La Masia
La Masia has historically been the birthplace of great footballers who have shone at Barça. From Lionel Messi to Xavi Hernández, Gavi, Pedri and Cubarsí today. The club has known how to cultivate talent from the grassroots.
This philosophy remains alive today, with Barça still prioritizing the development of young footballers at its academy. However, in order to compete at the highest level, it is essential that the club also seek out talent outside its walls.
New Talents on the Horizon
The search for new talent has intensified. In this sense, Barça's scouts have set their sights on several young footballers.
One of the most notable ones is Felipe Esquivel, a promising midfielder who plays for River Plate. At just 16 years old, Esquivel has already caught the attention of several European clubs, including the Spanish giants.
Felipe Esquivel is known for his skill on the ball and his vision of the game. His ability to read the game and make quick decisions makes him a special player.
In addition, his young age allows him to continue growing and improving in his career. Messi has acknowledged Esquivel's potential and has recommended his transfer to Hansi Flick, the current German national team coach, who's also in contact with Barça.
The Messi-Esquivel Connection
Lionel Messi, the Argentine soccer legend and former Barça player, doesn't usually recommend just any player. His opinion counts and, therefore, Messi's recommendation of Hansi Flick is a great endorsement for the young Argentine. Messi and Esquivel share the same country, and the star has closely followed the development of the emerging talent.
The possibility of Lamine Yamal, another promising Barça player, having Esquivel as a teammate is exciting. The two could form a lethal duo in the future.
The Challenge of Age
However, there's one obstacle in Felipe Esquivel's path. He won't be able to make the leap to Europe until he turns 18. This means that Barça has a limited time to complete his transfer.
The board is aware of this situation and is working to ensure that, when the time comes, they can act quickly. In the meantime, the club scouts will continue to closely monitor his progress at River Plate.