Barcelona to send scouts to U20 World Cup to spot next generation of stars – report | OneFootball

According to a recent report from Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona will be sending scouts to the U-20 World Cup in Chile to monitor the next generation of football stars.

The tournament, taking place from September 27th to October 19th, is a major showcase for young talent, and Barça are making sure they leave no stone unturned.

As such, the club has assigned scouts to follow key matches and watch some of the standout players closely.

Players to watch

Among the young talents drawing attention is Pedrinho, a Brazilian left winger currently playing for Corinthians, who is known for his exquisite technique.

From La Liga, Vladyslav Krapyvstov, the Girona goalkeeper, will be in the spotlight for his potential to develop into a top-level shot-stopper.

Barcelona will be keeping an eye on Gilberto Mora. (Photo by Leopoldo Smith/Getty Images)

Other players on Barcelona’s radar could be Pablo Garcia, an 18-year-old attacking talent from Real Betis who has already made his first-division debut, and Iker Bravo, a strong and powerful striker from Udinese.

Gilberto Mora among the rising stars

Mexico’s Gilberto Mora, an attacking midfielder, is also attracting interest from Barcelona.

Recent reports suggest that Barça are keenly tracking Mora’s development, joining other major European clubs already interested in him.

At just 16, Mora has been on the radar of Real Madrid, Manchester United, and Ajax, while clubs like Arsenal, Manchester City, and even Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami from MLS are also watching his progress.

Barcelona’s focus on these young talents shows a clear commitment to identifying and nurturing the stars of tomorrow.

Meanwhile, the U-20 World Cup is expected to be a stage where young prospects make their mark, and Barcelona’s presence ensures they will have firsthand insights into who might be ready for the next step in their careers.