Barcelona have ramped up their pursuit of Mexico starlet Gilberto Mora as they try to beat numerous Premier League giants to his signature, though he ultimately wants to play for fierce rivals Real Madrid, according to reports.
Mora is a 16-year-old attacking midfielder who was promoted to Club Tijuana’s first team in July last year. Despite his tender age, Mora has already played 41 times for Club Tijuana and chipped in with seven goals.
The playmaker is viewed as one of the most exciting prospects in Mexico and has played three times for their national team, too.
Mora’s stunning rise has seen him break numerous records, such as Liga MX’s youngest goalscorer and Tijuana’s youngest-ever player in the competition.
Mora is only 5ft 6in tall but uses his low centre of gravity to embarrass opposition defenders. He is a maestro on the ball, characterised by audacious nutmegs, drag-backs and spins.
TEAMtalk transfer correspondent revealed last week that the teenager’s wizardry has sparked a scouting frenzy among Europe’s elite clubs.
Barcelona, Real Madrid, Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City are all keeping tabs on Mora’s progress, viewing him as the next Kevin De Bruyne or Pedri.
There has now been a double update on the youngster’s situation. Barcelona are eager to sign Mora first and has opened talks for him.
Barcelona are in contact with agent Rafaela Pimenta, who also represents another target of theirs – Manchester City striker Erling Haaland.
