Drew's Surprise PSG Move: Barcelona's Rising Star Sparks Debate
27 January 2026
PSG signs rising Barcelona talent Drew
Pedro Fernandez Sarmiento, known as Drew, has stirred controversy in Barcelona after revealing his desire to leave the club.
Paris Saint-Germain formally announced the transfer today, presenting the young midfielder who is arriving from Barcelona to bolster their project with upcoming talents.
Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo suggested his remarks could be interpreted as a veiled criticism of Barça, or at least difficult signals for the club's leadership to swallow.
Asked why he joined PSG, Drew said: "I’m very happy and excited. It is a great pride for me and my family, and I look forward to starting my journey here. It is an important step, but the decision was taken to continue evolving; there is no better place to grow than here because the project with young players is wonderful, thanks to the coach and everyone who contributed to its success. That is why I am here."
The Spanish press added: Barça has long given young players opportunities, and Drew's comments could provoke debate about how much freedom is left for growth at the club.
Drew described himself as an inventive player who excels at dribbling, makes good decisions, and can entertain the fans.
He said he is a quiet young man from a small town who values his family and wants to develop, so Paris felt like the right place; the project with the youth is great and he appreciates the coach's role.
Last week, it was reported that Barca coach Hans Flick had been informed of his wish to move, and that the move gained momentum after direct interest from Luis Enrique.
The deal sparked anger in Barcelona, with the club planning to rely on him in the upcoming seasons.
The article also features a "match recirculation" section illustrating upcoming fixtures, including PSG versus Newcastle United and Barcelona versus Copenhagen, showing the competition's context around the transfer.
Drew also reflected on Barca academy graduates, citing Lamine Yamal making his first-team debut at 15, Pau Cuparsi at 16, and Marc Bernal at 17, underscoring the club's focus on youth.
Drew described himself as an inventive, crowd-pleasing talent who will develop further at PSG, a move that adds another piece to the league's evolving transfer puzzle.
Punchline 1: Looks like Drew found a club where "development" comes with a passport.
Punchline 2: Barca's youth project just upgraded its software—PSG signed the beta tester.
