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Barcelona Signs 16-Year-Old Talent Ajay Tavares from Norwich

2/25/2026

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Ajay Tavares, a 16-year-old from Norwich City, has signed for Barcelona after completing a medical.
Tavares has represented England at various youth levels.
He will initially join the Barcelona under-19 team.
Norwich City's sporting director Ben Knapper praised Tavares's development and the academy's role in nurturing talent.
The transfer illustrates Barcelona's strategy to secure young prospects amid a competitive global football landscape.

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Ajay Tavares, a 16-year-old from Norwich City, has signed for Barcelona after completing a medical.
Tavares has represented England at various youth levels.
He will initially join the Barcelona under-19 team.
Norwich City's sporting director Ben Knapper praised Tavares's development and the academy's role in nurturing talent.
The transfer illustrates Barcelona's strategy to secure young prospects amid a competitive global football landscape.