Barcelona starlet set to sign new deal this week, amid Man United interest | OneFootball

An up-and-coming member of the midfield ranks at La Liga giants Barcelona is expected to put pen to paper on fresh terms with the club this week.

That’s according to Barca insider Moises Llorens of ESPN, who points towards Marc Bernal as the player in question.

Youngster Bernal is of course fresh off something of a whirlwind opening to the new campaign.

After breaking into the first-team setup of new head coach Hansi Flick in pre-season, the Spaniard, at just 17, went on to secure a starting berth in each of the Blaugrana’s first three La Liga outings.

In turn, it came as a blow for all associated with the club when, in the closing stages of a 2-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano, Bernal was forced off with what was later confirmed to be an ACL tear.

The starlet is facing up to an extended spell on the sidelines as a result.

Evidently, though, as much has not in any way affected the plans of those behind the scenes at the Camp Nou, when it comes to Bernal’s long-term future with the club.

As per a report from the aforementioned Moises Llorens:

‘Barcelona will make Marc Bernal’s renewal official this week.’

As much comes despite interest in the services of the deep-lying midfielder on the part of Premier League pair Manchester United and Newcastle United, both of whom were ready to the €20 million release clause in his current contract.

Conor Laird – GSFN