"According to Mundo Deportivo, Tunkara is set to sign his first professional contract with FC Barcelona this Friday. Tunkara is already a well-known name among followers of Barcelona's youth system. Last summer, he made a significant leap straight to Pol Planas' Juvenil A team, bypassing standard age progressions."
"His dominant physique allows him to compete comfortably against players several years his senior, but he is far more than just a physical presence. The deal, which will officially take effect in March when the academy graduate turns 16, represents a significant victory for the club. Barcelona have successfully managed to convince and retain one of the most exciting talents in their system, fending off numerous lucrative offers from major European clubs who were circling the youngster."
Barcelona have retained several La Masia talents while losing others such as Pedro Fernandez 'Dro' and Quim Junyent. The club has strengthened in the transfer market by signing Joaquin Delgado and pursuing Hamza Abdelkarim. Ebrima Tunkara is set to sign his first professional contract this Friday, which takes effect in March when he turns 16. Tunkara advanced last summer straight to Pol Planas' Juvenil A team, playing comfortably against older opponents due to his dominant physique and technical ability. Barcelona fended off lucrative offers from major European clubs to retain him. He faces strong competition for starts but his progression is viewed as optimal, and the club and his entourage advise patience for first-team opportunities. He is represented by Pini Zahavi's agency.
Read at Barca Universal
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