Barcelona have officially signed Lovro Chelfi, a highly promising young Croatian midfielder from NK Kustosija. The 16-year-old has been on the radar of several top European clubs, but the Catalan giants moved swiftly to secure his signature. Chelfi will join Barcelona’s Juvenil A squad, where the club hopes he can develop into a key talent over the next few seasons.
Reports suggest Barcelona paid around €500,000 for 50% of Chelfi’s rights, with an option to buy the remaining half later. If he performs well, the total deal could rise to approximately €2 million. This structure allows Barça to monitor his progress while limiting upfront risk. The club’s youth system has produced stars like Gavi, Ansu Fati, and Lamine Yamal, and they believe Chelfi could be the next in line. His arrival reflects Barcelona's continued commitment to scouting and nurturing young international talent.