16-year-old Spanish midfield sensation Marc Bernal is reportedly committed to Barcelona amid links with Premier League clubs.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Marc Bernal has made a decision on his long-term future at FC Barcelona. Clubs in the Premier League, Bundesliga, and Serie A are interested in signing the 16-year-old midfield sensation. However, he is committed to the Catalan club, with a new contract on the cards.
Who is Marc Bernal?
Marc Bernal is the latest highly-rated prospect to rise in prominence at FC Barcelona. A native of Berga, the teenage sensation is primarily a holding midfielder but can play as a centre-back and a central midfielder. He began his youth career at CE Berga and spent a year at Gimnastic Manresa.
However, the 16-year-old has gone from strength to strength since joining Barcelona over a decade ago. The youngster has risen through the ranks at the Catalan club and is already a regular for Barcelona Atletic. That is a remarkable achievement, considering Bernal’s age.
The Spaniard has turned out 28 times across all competitions thus far this season, chipping in with two goals and four assists. Meanwhile, Bernal is a member of Spain’s under-17, having made seven appearances across all competitions. The player’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of high-profile clubs across Europe.
What Next?
Recent reports have linked Marc Bernal with Arsenal. Meanwhile, the update by Mundo Deportivo has suggested that clubs in the Premier League, Bundesliga, and Serie A. However, Barcelona will look to tie the teenage sensation to a new contract, even though his current deal runs out in over two years.
Nevertheless, tying Bernal to a new contract is sensible, considering his rising stock. The latest update comes as a boost for Barcelona, with the 16-year-old Spanish midfield sensation committed to the Catalan club, meaning an agreement over a renewal is on the cards.
Bernal’s desire to stay at the Catalan club means the two parties should shake hands on a new contract in the coming weeks and months. It will be interesting to see if any European bigwig can turn the Spaniard’s head and compel him to join them instead.
