Barcelona tracks Lucas Herrington ahead of World Cup debut for Australia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 2:48 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Lucas Herrington, an 18-year-old defender, has been named in Australia's World Cup squad and started in MLS. As major European clubs take notice, Barcelona is reportedly interested in the rising talent. Herrington's impact during the tournament will be critical for Australia's backline as they prepare to face Türkiye. He could potentially become the youngest World Cup starter for Australia, should he play. Despite the interest from Barcelona, Herrington remains focused on his contributions to Colorado and Australia.
- •Lucas Herrington named in Australia's 26-man World Cup squad
- •Plays as a starter for Colorado Rapids in MLS
- •Barcelona monitoring Herrington but no bid reported
- •Chance to become Australia's youngest World Cup starter
- •Australia faces Türkiye in their first World Cup match
- 2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona eye Australian teen before possible World Cup debut
"Lucas Herrington is no longer just an Australian prospect with promise. The 18-year-old defender is now a World Cup squad player, an MLS starter, and a teenager major European clubs have reason to watch closely.
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