Barcelona is on the verge of completing four major signings, with advanced negotiations set to deliver a major boost mid-season.
Under Deco’s guidance, the club is targeting high-potential teens to bolster the subsidiary squad, creating a pipeline for Hansi Flick’s senior team.
Fabrizio Romano confirms deals are advancing rapidly, blending loans, permanent moves, and low-cost gems to inject fresh talent without straining the wage bill.
The quartet comprises Hamza Abdelkarim, Ajay Tavares, Juwensley Onstein, and Patricio Pacifico—each bringing unique attributes to address key positional needs.
Abdelkarim, the 18-year-old Egyptian forward from Al Ahly, leads the pack with a confirmed loan deal plus €3-5 million buy option, endorsed by the club’s sporting director.
His U-17 international pedigree promises goals and dynamism up top.
Tavares, Norwich’s teenage left-winger sensation, is committed despite RB Leipzig’s late intervention; final terms are imminent for the skillful attacker poised to dazzle on the flank.
Onstein, the 18-year-old Dutch left-footed center-back from Genk reserves, has approved a move after Barcelona outbid AC Milan’s interest—an agreement between clubs is “close,” per reports.
His Ajax youth roots and Netherlands U18 caps mark him as a future defensive rock.
Rounding out the group is Pacifico, the versatile 19-year-old Uruguayan left-back from Defensor Sporting, who can also slot centrally.
Barcelona views him as long-term cover for Alejandro Balde, with negotiations “close” to sealing the deal.
This quartet embodies Deco’s philosophy: scout globally, invest modestly, develop ruthlessly. Abdelkarim and Tavares add attacking flair, Onstein defensive solidity, and Pacifico full-back depth—perfect for Atlètic’s promotion push and senior squad emergencies.
With La Masia’s pipeline strained by past sales, these arrivals safeguard Barcelona’s youth model, potentially yielding stars like Yamal or Cubarsí.
As the winter window closes, expect official announcements soon, fueling optimism for a sustainable Blaugrana future.
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