Barcelona are already planning for the future, and one of their brightest young prospects could soon be tied down for the long term.
As such, the club has taken a decisive step regarding Shane Kluivert, offering the winger a new deal that would keep him at the club until 2029.
According to a recent update from SPORT, discussions between both parties are progressing in a positive direction.
While the agreement has not yet been formally completed, the overall mood surrounding negotiations is highly encouraging.
The feeling between both parties are positive, and there is great optimism about reaching an agreement.
The deal isn’t finalised yet, but all signs point to it becoming a reality in the coming weeks.
Working his way up
Kluivert has gradually worked his way up through the ranks, and this season marks a clear turning point in his progression.
The outlet states that the 2007-born winger is much more than just one of Patrick Kluivert’s sons.
After a few years of slow but steady growth in the shadow of the stars of the 2007 generation, Shane has finally unleashed his full potential, and this season he has earned Barça’s faith in him.
Shane Kluivert, Barcelona player
Shane Kluivert is close to renewing with Barcelona. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
His journey at La Masia has been anything but straightforward.
Early on, his surname naturally drew attention, often placing him under a spotlight before he had fully developed his game. However, this campaign has seen a noticeable shift in perception.
When he arrived at the Barcelona youth academy, he was better known than his teammates due to his surname.
However, this season, everything has changed and Shane has taken a step forward.
Whether operating with Barça Atletic or at youth level, Kluivert has started to influence games more directly, particularly in European competition.
In the Youth Champions League, he has been involved in four goals this season, scoring two and providing two assists.
Between Barça Atlètic and the Juvenil A team, he has scored four more goals this season.
Understandably, interest from outside clubs has not gone unnoticed, although Barça have offered Shane a contract extension until 2029, and he is considering it.