Barcelona continue to focus on youth development, ensuring that La Masia remains one of the world’s leading football academies.
The club has long invested in emerging talent from Africa, South America, and Europe, aiming to blend these prospects with first-team opportunities.
With the next transfer window still over two months away, Barcelona are already identifying potential signings who could strengthen the academy pipeline.
The club’s approach balances short-term first-team needs with long-term planning, highlighting their dedication to nurturing future stars.
One of the latest young talents on their radar is a promising striker from France who has been making waves at youth international level.
According to L’Equipe, via CaughtOffside, Barcelona are keeping a close eye on Montpellier’s Lacine Megnan-Pave, a 15-year-old striker who has impressed for France’s U17 side.
In 24 appearances, he has scored 12 goals and provided 12 assists, demonstrating an ability to both create and finish chances.
His performances have caught the attention of Barcelona scouts, as well as Premier League leaders Arsenal, who are reportedly also interested in securing his signature.
The two clubs could go head-to-head for the teenager, who represents a potential future star for whichever academy he joins.
The striker position is an area where Barcelona currently have uncertainty, with Hansi Flick relying on Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres.
With Lewandowski likely to leave next summer, Barcelona may need to find long-term solutions upfront, although financial constraints will influence decisions.
La Masia could play a key role in addressing this, with existing talents like 17-year-old Oscar Gistau already seen as one of the academy’s brightest attacking prospects.
Lacine Megnan-Pave could join this group, offering another exciting option for the Catalan giants in the years ahead.
Barcelona’s interest in Megnan-Pave highlights their ongoing strategy of securing the best young talent while preparing for future first-team needs.
The coming months will determine whether the teenager makes the move to Catalonia or opts for another path, with both La Masia and Arsenal offering compelling routes for development.
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