Barcelona have officially announced the signing of Ibrahim Diarra, the highly talented winger from Africa Foot Academy, on a permanent transfer. The agreement, which runs until June 30, 2028, sees the Blaugrana secure one of the brightest young prospects to emerge from the recent U-17 World Cup, where Diarra’s exceptional performances caught the eye of Europe’s elite clubs. The transfer fee is reported to be €1.7 million, showcasing Barcelona’s confidence in the young talent’s potential.
The 17-year-old Malian, a right-winger known for his speed and superb technical ability, turned heads during the tournament with his electrifying runs and pinpoint dribbling. His standout displays were pivotal for his national team and earned him widespread praise as one of the tournament’s most exciting talents.
While several European giants were in the race to acquire his services, Barcelona were fast to finalize the deal, underlining their commitment to nurturing young talent. Diarra will initially join Barça Atlètic, the club’s reserve team, where he is expected to continue his development until he turns 18 later this year. This move is part of Barcelona’s long-term strategy to integrate promising talents into their first team gradually.
Barcelona fans can look forward to seeing Ibrahim Diarra rise through the ranks in the coming years, with many already waiting to see the next big player to emerge from Africa. His raw talent, combined with Barcelona’s world-class development system, makes for a promising future at Camp Nou.
For now, Diarra will focus on adapting to his new surroundings and excelling with Barça Atlètic.
