Juwensley Onstein, an 18-year-old center-back who joined Barcelona from Genk during the winter transfer window, experienced a busy day at the club’s training ground. Head coach Hansi Flick invited him to train with the first team, where Onstein worked alongside other La Masia prospects Nico Marcipar and Adrià Muñoz during the first half of the session.
Shortly afterward, Onstein moved to the Juvenil A team’s pitch, entering the game late against Cornellà. This marked his second match appearance since arriving at Barça, aiding his physical preparation and adaptation to the club’s football environment and work culture.
Having arrived after a lengthy period without playing and recovering from a muscle injury, Onstein’s initial focus has been on regaining fitness. The club views this phase as an extended preseason, allowing him to slowly integrate into the training routines and gameplay standards.
Similarly, fellow youth player Hamza Abdelkarim is also in the midst of adapting, having returned from injury and contributing gradually to Juvenil A. The team, led by Pol Planas, holds a leading position in their league, reflecting the positive development of Barça’s young talents.
This approach of involving promising prospects like Onstein in first-team training under Flick highlights Barcelona’s commitment to nurturing homegrown talent. For fans, it signals the club’s strategic investment in its future roster strength and sustainability.
