Barcelona set their sights on 18-year-old right-back prodigy

Barcelona have been quite busy in recent weeks, jotting down plans for the season ahead and holding negotiations over the renewals of several existing stars.

While the Catalans are expected to bring in stars such as Andreas Christensen and Franck Kessie, among many others, they are also keeping an eye on some of the exciting youth prodigies across Spain.

According to Mundo Deportivo, one of them could be Alvaro Perez Campo. Commonly known as “Trilli”, the youngster currently plies his trade with Deportivo de La Coruna, in the third division of Spanish football.

A right-back by trade, Trilli has made a solid impression in the lower leagues due to his positioning sense, pace and a rather imposing 1.82m figure.

The 18-year-old has emerged as the breakout star in the team since the turn of the year, having already racked up ten appearances in Primera Division R.F.E.F.

He is yet to register a goal or assist, but his performances have been critical in helping Deportivo remain favourites to gain promotion to the second division next season.

Barcelona believe Trilli has room to improve further and could thrive under the club’s elite youth facility.

At just 18, the youngster is likely to be incorporated as part of the Barcelona B setup rather than the first team, but it will be up to him to make an impact and earn swift promotion to the senior side.

The addition of Trilli could be vital as the club look to move on from Dani Alves and Oscar Mingueza, who is likely to leave the club in the summer transfer window.

Barcelona are prepared to utilise Trilli’s €5 million release clause, with many expecting the youngster to enjoy a breakthrough under Xavi in the near future.