Barcelona intensifies Pursuit of Mexican Midfielder Gilberto Mora
Barcelona has entered the race to sign Gilberto Mora, the 16-year-old Mexican midfielder currently playing for Club Tijuana, alongside Real Madrid, according to reports from Spanish newspaper Sport. the Catalan club views Mora as a key component of their future rebuild at Camp Nou and is prepared to make a important investment to secure his services.
Mora’s emergence as a standout talent in Liga MX and within mexican youth national teams has drawn attention from Europe’s elite. His versatility, technical skill, vision, and competitive drive make him a highly sought-after prospect. Barcelona believes Mora’s creativity and tenacity could revitalize their midfield and attack, but faces competition and a considerable financial obstacle.
Currently, a transfer is impractical due to FIFA regulations preventing international moves for players under 18. Mora will not be eligible to move to Europe until October 2026, when he turns 18. Club Tijuana has also set a release clause of approximately $30 million for the promising youngster.
Despite the interest from major european clubs, Mora remains focused on his progress with tijuana and upcoming appearances with the Mexican senior national team. Barcelona is reportedly preparing a bid of around €20 million ($21.6 million USD) according to ManagingBarca.com, anticipating a competitive transfer battle when the window opens. The club hopes to finalize a deal that will establish Mora as a cornerstone of their team for years to come.
