Barcelona have convinced teenage prodigy, Ilaix Moriba, to wait amid interest from Arsenal and PSG. The talented midfielder has emerged as one of the brightest prospects in La Masia, Barcelona’s famed youth academy. However, his future at the club was uncertain due to contract negotiations stalling, and interest from top European clubs.
Reports suggested that Teenage prodigy Arsenal and. PSG were interest in securing the services of the 18-year-old, who has been compare to Barcelona legend. Xavi Hernandez due to his technical ability and passing range. Moriba’s current contract expires in June 2022, and negotiations over a new deal had been ongoing for months. However, the player’s representatives said to be unhappy with the terms offer by the Catalan club, and discussions had stalled.
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Barcelona’s sporting director, Ramon Planes, was keen to keep the youngster at the club and believed that he had a bright future ahead of him. As a result, the club’s management team worked hard to convince Moriba to stay and wait for a better offer. After a series of meetings with the player’s representatives. Barcelona were able to convince Moriba to remain at the club, at least for the time being.
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The Teenage prodigy is expected to cost Barcelona between €35-40m, and negotiations are ongoing. However, the club’s management team is confident that a deal can be reached that will keep the talented midfielder at the club for the long-term. Barcelona’s decision to keep Moriba is a testament to the club’s commitment to promoting youth and developing homegrown talent.
Moriba has been a standout performer for Barcelona’s B team, making 18 appearances in the Segunda Division this season. He has also featured for the first team, making 14 appearances in all competitions. His performances have attracted interest from some of Europe’s top clubs, including Arsenal and PSG, who were reportedly willing to pay up to €20m for the player’s services.
