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FC Twente Director Confirms Barcelona Interest in 18-Year-Old Defender, Top European Clubs Enquire

FC Twente Director Confirms Barcelona Interest in 18-Year-Old Defender, Top European Clubs Enquire
International Transfers · 22:55:07 - Saturday, 7 November 2026

FC Twente's director has confirmed that Barcelona are interested in signing an 18-year-old defender from the Dutch club, adding that eight of Europe's top clubs have made enquiries about the player.

The director did not name the defender, but the revelation highlights the growing attention on the youngster's development. Barcelona's interest signals their continued focus on recruiting emerging talent, while the involvement of multiple elite clubs suggests a competitive transfer pursuit.

Further details regarding the player's identity and potential transfer timeline have not been disclosed.

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