Barcelona lock down another La Masia gem as Brian Farinas agrees to 2031 contract extension
Barcelona sporting director Deco and president Joan Laporta are leaving no stone unturned in order to secure the spine of Hansi Flick’s squad. Following captain Raphinha’s contract being extended until the year 2030, the Blaugrana have agreed in principal for 20-year-old Brian Farinas to stay with the club until June 2031.
The extension has been agreed upon with Farinas’ camp and will be signed in the club’s office after the international break in November.
Just reward for his heroics
The new contract marks the culmination of a heroic effort from Farinas who has shown huge character and maturity during the season. The 20-year-old central midfielder has been a staple in the Blaugrana colours since joining La Masia back in 2018 but was suddenly thrown into the deep end during Barcelona’s injury crisis at the back of the team.
After Jules Kounde and Xavi Espart were unable to play, Flick threw the youngster into right-back and he performed perfectly. He started three key games in a row with Deportivo Alaves, Aston Villa in the UEFA Champions League and most recently at the Metropolitano against Atlético Madrid.
He never looked fazed in the new role and his poise and ability to sacrifice himself in the new position showed Flick and the sporting department that he has everything they need to play in the first team.
Ensuring the future of La Masia
The renewal is the latest move in Barcelona’s plan to create a dynasty around La Masia. After integrating Pedri, Fermín López, Pau Cubarsí, Lamine Yamal and Marc Bernal as key members of the squad, it is key to ensure players like Fariñas are committed to the club long-term.
The Culers can now look forward to the international break knowing they have another local gem secured for the remainder of the decade.
