Following Deco’s appointment as Director of Football, Barcelona has intensified its efforts to recruit promising young talent across Europe. The latest player to capture their attention is 18-year-old winger Jesse Bisiwu. Barcelona had previously been linked with the Belgian talent in December and are now determined to bring him to Camp Nou.
Bisiwu first emerged on Barcelona’s radar during the U17 World Cup last November, where he impressed in his four appearances. In February, Bisiwu’s agent confirmed that Barcelona had initiated contact, though he noted that they were among several major clubs that had reached out, describing it as a “normal” situation.
Barcelona’s Head of Scouting Engages with Club Brugge
Barcelona has now escalated its pursuit of Bisiwu. Reports indicate that the initial discussions with Club Brugge took place earlier this week, with Head of Scouting Joao Amaral leading the negotiations. Amaral was present in Lausanne on Monday evening to witness the UEFA Youth League final, a match that ended in a 1-1 draw between Brugge and Real Madrid, with the Spanish side ultimately winning on penalties.
During his time in Lausanne, Amaral conveyed Barcelona’s strong interest in Bisiwu, with a view to a potential summer transfer. Furthermore, both Amaral and Deco have recently held meetings with Bisiwu’s agents in Brussels.
Club Brugge Remains Optimistic About Bisiwu’s Future
Despite Bisiwu’s contract with Club Brugge extending until 2027, meaning he has just over a year remaining on his current deal, the Belgian club is confident that he will sign an extension. Their established strategy involves retaining their most talented academy graduates and only considering sales after they have established themselves in the senior team – a plan they are diligently following with Bisiwu.
English Translation
Barcelona’s Head of Scouting Meets with Club Brugge Over 18-year-old Winger
Barcelona has amplified its efforts to recruit rising talent across Europe since Deco’s arrival as Director of Football, with 18-year-old winger Jesse Bisiwu being the latest target. The Catalan side was first linked with the Belgian talent in December and is now intent on bringing him to Camp Nou.
Bisiwu initially caught Barcelona’s attention during the U17 World Cup last November, where he impressed in his four appearances. In February, Bisiwu’s agent confirmed contact from Barcelona, but clarified that they were one of several major clubs that had inquired, categorizing it as a normal development.
Barcelona Head of Scouting Makes Contact with Club Brugge
Barcelona has now stepped up its interest in Bisiwu. Initial contacts with Club Brugge occurred earlier this week, with Head of Scouting Joao Amaral leading the discussions, according to reports. Bisiwu was in action on Monday night in the UEFA Youth League final, a 1-1 draw between Brugge and Real Madrid, with the latter winning on penalties in Lausanne.
Amaral was in Lausanne to watch the game and communicated Barcelona’s interest in Bisiwu, with the aim of a summer move. Both Amaral and Deco have met with his agents in Brussels in recent weeks.
Club Brugge Confident Over Bisiwu’s Future
Bisiwu is under contract until 2027, leaving just a year remaining on his deal. Nevertheless, Brugge is confident that he will ultimately sign a new contract with them. Their policy is to hold onto their most talented academy players and only consider selling them after they have established themselves in the senior team – a plan they are currently implementing with Bisiwu.
