Deco isn't wasting any time and remains very alert to the various options available in the market to strengthen Barça. With the first team's transfer window considered closed, what the sporting director is now looking for are future talents who can continue their development at La Masia. Brazil is a market he likes a lot and he has set his sights on signing Riquelme Felipe, a winger with great potential whose contract ends in 2026.
Riquelme Felipe is considered a "low cost" option who could be a surprise at FC Barcelona. He is only 18 years old and is ready to leave Brazil, with Barça as his top destination. Many clubs in Europe are following him, but where he wants to play is at Spotify Camp Nou. Initially, he would arrive to strengthen the reserve team, splitting his time between Barça Atlètic and the "seniors" led by Hansi Flick.
Riquelme Felipe's condition to leave for Barça
In this regard, Madrid-Barcelona has learned that Riquelme Felipe is setting conditions to accept the blaugrana offer. The most important one is the departure of academy player Jan Virgili, who occupies his position and could hinder his progress.
It doesn't seem there will be any problem in that regard, with Jan Virgili himself wanting to leave Barcelona. He wasn't pleased about not being considered by Hansi Flick this preseason and, for weeks now, he has been negotiating his transfer.
Barça is asking for €4 million (4 million euros) for 50% of his rights, keeping the option to buy him back if he breaks out. Mallorca and Almería want him, among others, but so far no one has met the conditions set by Deco.
Future signing
Riquelme Felipe is one of the most promising names in South American soccer. At just 18 years old, The Brazilian winger from Fluminense has already caught the attention of several European giants, including FC Barcelona. His contract ends in 2026, and from Camp Nou he is seen as a strategic signing: young, with potential, and affordable in price. A real bargain if his arrival is finalized.
The player stands out for his explosiveness on the wing. Although his natural position is right winger, he can also perform comfortably on the left and even in the center. His ability to beat defenders, close control dribbling, and offensive aggressiveness make him a constant threat to opposing defenses. It's not just speed: he also has vision, composure when needed, and a lot of personality with the ball at his feet.
At Barça, they value his profile as ideal for the future project. The sporting management sees in him a talent similar to that of young Brazilians who have recently succeeded in Europe. Meanwhile, from Madrid, they are watching closely, although for now the culer interest is more firm and real.
Riquelme Felipe is destined to be one of the big names in Brazilian soccer. His breakthrough at Fluminense and his versatility place him among the best young players on the continent. If Barça manages to finalize his signing, it could be adding the next great South American talent to its squad.