Who is Ibrahim Diarra, the 16-year-old sensation that Barcelona are set to sign?
By Ovaise Shariff | First Published Nov 13, 2023, 11:07 PM ISTIn its ongoing commitment to nurturing young talent, Barcelona is on the verge of securing the promising 16-year-old wonderkid, Ibrahim Diarra.
FC Barcelona is continuing its strategic focus on bolstering the youth team, with an eye on the future, evident in recent transfer windows. Notable additions such as Noah Darvich, Mikayil Faye, and Mamadou Mbacke Fall were recruited last summer, contributing to the strengthening of the youth and reserve squads, with some already making strides towards first-team inclusion.
Informa : Barcelona tiene atado el fichaje de Ibrahim Diarra (16), capitán de Mali🇲🇱 en la Copa del Mundo U17 2023.
🔺️Los culés tienen un acuerdo con el extremo por derecha del África Foot.
🔺️4 Asistencias en 7 partidos en los torneos juveniles con su país. pic.twitter.com/VLOTirRWtN
This commitment to youth development remains steadfast, a logical approach considering the club's financial circumstances. The emphasis is on signing and nurturing top talents within the Barcelona ranks. The latest prospect in line with this strategy is the 16-year-old sensation, Ibrahim Diarra, according to reports by Albert Roge of Jijantes FC.
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Diarra, a versatile winger and interior midfielder, currently plies his trade with the Africa Foot academy in Mali. Having trained with Barcelona's Juvenil A squad on several occasions, Diarra has evidently left a positive impression, leading to the club's decision to secure his services.
The prospective transfer is well underway, but due to FIFA regulations, Diarra is slated to officially join Barcelona towards the end of 2024, coinciding with his 18th birthday. In the meantime, the talented teenager is actively participating in the FIFA Under-17 World Cup in Indonesia, captaining the Malian national team.
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Name: Ibrahim Diarra
Date of birth: Dec 12, 2006
Club: Africa Foot
Citizenship: Mali 🇲🇱
Height: 1,80 m
Position: Right Winger
Diarra possesses remarkable strength on the ball, combining raw power with… https://t.co/K5xcq9toUn pic.twitter.com/Vr1XgnwXa0
Despite his youth, Diarra has already made a mark in the competition, tallying an assist in two appearances. His encounter against Spain Under-17 showcased his skills against potential future teammates like Marc Guiu, Hector Fort, and Juan Hernandez.
This isn't Diarra's first international stint, having previously represented Mali in the Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year, where he featured in five matches and provided three assists. As FC Barcelona continues to invest in promising talents like Ibrahim Diarra, the anticipation builds for the young prodigy's eventual integration into the club's esteemed ranks.
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