Barcelona has officially confirmed the signing of a first professional contract with Luca Perez, a 16-year-old centre-back from the La Masia academy.
Luca joined the club in 2018 from Damm and has spent eight years progressing within the academy structure. This season, he made his debut for Juvenil B despite his young age, reflecting steady development.
He is noted for his physical presence and defensive instincts, showing reliability in one-on-one situations and comfort with the ball when building attacks. Coaches appreciate his maturity and defensive consistency.
According to Sergi Mila, the youth football coordinator and methodology director, the contract extension signals the club’s confidence in his qualities and potential for further growth within the academy.
Securing Luca Perez’s contract fits Barcelona’s long-term plan of nurturing talent through La Masia, ensuring the young player continues his development under the club’s guidance.
