Ze Lucas to Barca! Barcelona is reportedly in advanced talks to sign a promising 17-year-old Brazilian midfield talent named Ze Lucas. This potential move highlights Barcelona’s ongoing focus on bringing in young players with a lot of potential.
Ze Lucas plays for Sport Recife in Brazil. Despite being only 17 years old, he has already made 17 senior appearances for his club. He is considered one of the most exciting young talents from Brazil’s new generation.
Furthermore, Ze Lucas is the captain of Brazil’s U17 national team. He played a key role in Brazil winning the U17 South American Championship earlier this year. Standing tall at 188cm (6’2), he is known for his skill on the ball, range of passing, and his ability to be a strong dueller and press resistant as a defensive midfielder.
Reports indicate that talks between Barcelona and Sport Recife have progressed significantly in recent weeks. Both clubs are said to be optimistic about reaching an agreement soon.
However, fans will need to be patient. Even if a deal is finalized this summer, Ze Lucas cannot move to Europe until he turns 18, which will be in 2026. He recently signed a contract with Sport Recife that runs until 2028, so this is seen as a future investment for Barcelona.
This pursuit of Ze Lucas fits with Barcelona’s recent trend of looking for young talents from outside Spain. Director of Football Deco has been leading efforts to scout and sign promising young players, similar to recent additions like Mikayil Faye, David Oduro, and Ibrahim Diarra.