Barcelona have found their new Lamine Yamal 'Dro Fernandez': He will be the next Iniesta
In Barcelona's friendly against Vissel Kobe, besides the victory, there was one name that stood out: Dro Fernandez. The Catalan team has already started preparations for Dro Fernandez, a Spanish-Filipino who is considered the new trademark of La Masia.
FC Barcelona, who defeated Japan's Vissel Kobe 3-1 last weekend, may have unearthed a new talent from La Masia. Dro Fernandez, who didn't start against Vissel Kobe but came on in the 80th minute and scored the Catalan team's third goal 8 minutes later, is on the agenda of the Spanish press.
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According to Mundo Deportivo, if Dro maintains this level, Barcelona are ready to offer him a new contract with improved financial terms and a two-year extension.
According to the report, the club has personally assured his agent Ivan de la Pena that a long-term plan is in place if the youngster continues to develop and perform.
There are even plans to rotate him between the first team and Barça Atletic this season. Given that Hansi Flick is known for trusting and developing young players, Dro's path to more playing time looks promising.
At just 17 years old, Dro Fernandez has already caught the attention of all the coaches at La Masia. He is a technically gifted and versatile player. Although his natural position is attacking midfielder, he can also play as a winger, inside midfielder or even as a false 9. According to the Catalan press, if his form continues, he could be Barcelona's new Iniesta.
