FC Barcelona strikes hard before the official opening of the winter transfer window by formalizing the arrival of a new African nugget: Ibrahim Diarra, a young 18-year-old winger from the Africa Foot Academy in Mali. This signing is part of Barça’s strategy to focus on promising young talents.
A rough diamond for Barça Atlètic
Author of 5 goals during the last U17 World Cup, where Mali achieved a good third place, Ibrahim Diarra stood out as one of the great hopes of African football. Silver boot of the competition, the winger has signed with Barça until 2028, for a transfer estimated at 2.5 million euros.
Initially, Diarra will be integrated into Barça Atlètic, the reserve team of the Catalan club, where he will play under the orders of Albert Sánchez. This crucial step should allow him to adapt to the Blaugrana style of play before claiming a place in the first team managed by Hansi Flick.
FC Barcelona thus confirms its desire to prepare for the future by unearthing talents capable of shining on the international scene.