FC Barcelona has identified 18-year-old winger Jesse Bisiwu from Club Brugge as a key target for future development. Sporting director Deco and head of scouting Joao Amaral traveled to Belgium months ago to scout the young attacker, intensifying Barcelona’s interest in him.
Bisiwu first attracted attention during the FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar for his pace and technical skill. Since then, Barcelona has kept close tabs on his progress. This season he has contributed three goals and one assist in eight Youth League matches with Club Brugge’s U-19 team.
His reduced involvement in later rounds—just brief appearances in the semifinals and final—raises questions over his role but also highlights the nuances Barcelona considers during scouting.
Barcelona’s interest aligns with their established approach of recruiting youth prospects based on their technical attributes and potential for growth. Adding a player like Bisiwu could provide long-term value by enhancing the quality and depth of their youth squad.
Therefore, this scouting effort underscores Barcelona’s commitment to identifying and nurturing emerging European talents to sustain their academy’s high standards and competitive advantage.
