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Hansi Flick tests Ebrima Tunkara in a new role at Barcelona

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 12:40 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Hansi Flick tests Ebrima Tunkara in a new role at Barcelona

Summary

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is experimenting with 16-year-old Ebrima Tunkara as a false nine during pre-season training. Tunkara, who has previously played in midfield and on the right wing for Juvenil A, scored in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Europa, contributing to a 4-1 victory. Flick's interest in repositioning Tunkara follows the departure of Robert Lewandowski and the potential transfer of Ferran Torres to PSG. Tunkara has received praise from Flick, who sees the teenager as a major talent in the club's youth ranks.

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By the Numbers

•Hansi Flick is trying Ebrima Tunkara as a false nine.
•Tunkara scored in a recent friendly against Europa.
•The match ended with Barcelona winning 4-1.
•Flick praises Tunkara's talent during pre-season training.
•Tunkara has primarily played midfield and wing for Juvenil A.

Latest Updates

12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Report – 16-year-old Barcelona gem leaves strong impression on Hansi Flick in pre-season
4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Hansi Flick considering new role for Ebrima Tunkara at Barcelona

What they're saying

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Ebrima Tunkara has made a strong impression on Hansi Flick during Barcelona’s pre-season, but the club is not planning to rush one of La Masia’s most highly rated young talents into the first team...
— Yahoo Sports