FC Barcelona – La Liga One of the best talents of La Masia
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Ronald Koeman it might have surprised many including him Ilaix Moriba to the Barcelona squad to face Granada on Saturday, but the 17-year-old midfielder is considered by many to be one of La Masia’s best talents.
Born in Guinea-Conakry, Moriba renewed its contract with Blaugrana until June 2022 and has a purchase clause set at 100 million euros Barcelona they were interested in curbing potential suitors like Manchester City.
Moriba moved to Barcelona at the age of seven Spanishacademy. Then he passed through the ranks of La Masia until it caught the attention of Koemantechnical body.
The youngster took part in the last training sessions of the seniors, and the Dutchman also counted on him during the pre-season preparations.
An starter with Barcelonayouth sides, Moriba He also participated in the U17 World Cup in Brazil, where he was one of the best performers in Spain.
Moriba he is a skilled and physical midfielder who often joins the team’s attack, putting his feet in the opposition box to provide numbers ahead.
The youngster can play both as a pivot and in an advanced role closer to the rival area, and many compare him to the Manchester United midfielder Paul pogba.