Sources: Real Madrid prepare big project to lure top Barcelona youth talent | OneFootball

A new report from Fichajes has added fuel to an already intriguing transfer storyline, revealing that Real Madrid have set their sights on one of Barcelona’s brightest youth prospects, Ebrima Tunkara. 

With the young midfielder’s contract expiring in 2026 and several top clubs monitoring his development, Real Madrid see an opportunity to strengthen their youth structure with a player who fits perfectly into their long-term vision.

The outlet mentions that Tunkara has been on Madrid’s radar for some time and his versatility is one of the major reasons behind this growing interest. 

Capable of playing as a left winger, an attacking midfielder, or operating centrally, he is the sort of adaptable talent the club’s academy values highly. 

Barcelona will put up a fight

Barcelona, naturally, are fully aware of the progress he has been making. Within La Masia, Tunkara is viewed as one of the academy’s most promising young players, someone with the potential to progress smoothly through the club’s system. 

However, with his contract running until 2026, the door remains open for other clubs, especially ambitious rivals like Real Madrid, to try and lure him away before he signs a professional deal.

It is said that Real Madrid are preparing to present Tunkara, dubbed as the ‘next Lamine Yamal’, with a very clear project. 

The idea is to show him a defined pathway through their youth categories, complete with development plans and strong sporting support. 

They believe he has the attributes to grow within the club and eventually compete at the highest level if given the right structure.

Barcelona, meanwhile, remain focused on retaining him. They hope to offer stability, continuity, and a familiar environment to ensure he continues his upward trajectory. 

But as always in the world of youth football, the promise of a different project, especially one presented by Real Madrid, has the potential to influence even the most settled youngsters.