FC Barcelona continue to keep a close watch on the brightest young talents emerging across world football, and the recently concluded U-20 World Cup has proven to be a particularly promising scouting ground for the Catalan giants.
One player who truly stood out in this tournament was Moroccan sensation Othmane Maamma. The 20-year-old played a decisive role in Morocco’s historic triumph at the U-20 World Cup, where he not only lifted the trophy but was also named the tournament’s Best Player.
Maamma finished the competition with one goal and four assists, showcasing his creativity and maturity in key matches against Spain and Brazil.
Currently under contract with English side Watford, Maamma joined the English club from Montpellier last season but has yet to make his senior debut.
Despite this, his performances at the international level have already sparked significant interest from across Europe. According to Fichajes, FC Barcelona are reportedly among the clubs monitoring his progress closely, hoping to move early before his market value increases even further.
For the moment, Maamma is focused on adapting to life in England and earning his place in Watford’s first team. The young winger aims to continue developing his game in the competitive environment of English football before making any major career decisions.
However, the growing interest from a club of Barcelona’s stature will undoubtedly be flattering for the Moroccan prospect.
For Barcelona, keeping track of emerging stars like Maamma fits into their long-term vision of reinforcing the squad with young, technically gifted players capable of developing within the club’s system. Should the Moroccan continue his upward trajectory, he could very well become one of the names to watch in the club’s future transfer plans.