Barcelona to implement Real Madrid's transfer strategy for youth players

Barcelona plans to adopt a transfer policy similar to that of Real Madrid, focusing on retaining and managing youth talent. The approach, outlined by Cadena SER, will require compulsory buyback clauses in future sales from La Masia, allowing Barcelona a chance to reacquire players who develop successfully elsewhere. This shift follows frustration over past losses of youth players like Jordi Alba and Dani Olmo. Barcelona is already applying this strategy with Jofre Torrent's expected move to Ajax, which includes a buyback clause. The change signals a new direction for the club in player management.

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