Barcelona signs rising Dutch defender from Ghent to fuel their youth-forward strategy
Barcelona announced the signing of an 18-year-old Dutch defender from Ghent. The contract runs for two and a half years with an option to extend for another season, and the player will join Barcelona B as part of the club’s plan to strengthen the defensive line with young talents. The club is eyeing more youth recruits this winter, including Hamza Abdel Karim from Al Ahly. Barça sit top of La Liga with 52 points ahead of their clash with Elche in Round 22 scheduled for January 31, 2026.