Barcelona is looking for a partner for Lamine Yamal in Africa: The South African Messi could be signed by the Blaugrana

FC Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing him Relebohile Mofokeng, a young South African footballer referred to by some as the “South African Messi.” Accordingly sportciting SoccerladumaBarcelona are among several Premier League clubs eyeing the much-touted prospect.

Soccerladuma reports that Barcelona scouts have been tracking Mofokeng for several months and traveled to South Africa to personally assess his abilities. The winger, known for his impressive dribbling skills and playing predominantly on the left wing, put in an outstanding performance last season, but his even better form this year has earned him a call-up to the senior squad.

Mofokeng, His club’s president is often compared to Lamine Yamal and is reportedly open to a move to Europe. Barcelona appear to be in a good position to sign him for the B team, although competition for his signing is expected. His transfer fee is expected to be relatively modest and the move may happen now or in June.

Barcelona’s strategy for young talent

Barcelona believes tHis style of investing in young talent could pay offThis reflects the strategy the club used to sell young player Chadi Riad Faye this summer after bringing him in from South Africa. Mofokeng has already contributed four goals and five assists this season.

Mofokeng’s growing reputation has caused great excitement in South African football. FFormer Orlando Pirates star Kermit Erasmus publicly spoke out in support of the player and even contacted Barcelona coach Hansi Flick through Xand asked him to scout out Mofokeng: “You have to come to our superstar please, coach!!!! My people will send you videos in the comments section.”

Barcelona’s reported interest in Relebohile Mofokeng underlines the club’s commitment to identifying and developing promising young talent. While the details of the transfer are yet to be finalised, this is a promising prospect for the club due to the player’s impressive form and growing profile. The club must act quickly if they want to win the race to sign one of Africa’s biggest stars.