Barcelona make a move for 16-year-old Brazilian jewel amid Manchester City interest

Barcelona make a move for 16-year-old Brazilian jewel amid Manchester City interest

FC Barcelona continue to keep a close eye on the Brazilian market for up-and-coming talents for the future.

One of the names that has generated strong interest from the Blaugrana happens to be Palmeiras teenage gem Eduardo Conceicao.

However, the 16-year-old sensation is also a target for Premier League heavyweights Manchester City, who have already begun working on a move for him.

Barcelona establish contact with Palmeiras

Not to be left behind, Barcelona have now made their move to try and lure Conceicao to the club, reports SPORT.

The Catalans have been closely following the development of the Palmeiras forward, and have decided to communicate their interest to the Brazilian club.

In recent days, there was a telephone conversation between Deco, Barcelona’s sporting director, and Joao Sampaio, coordinator of Palmeiras’ academy, known for developing talent.

Barcelona are acting on the interest following Conceicao’s strong performances in the South American Under-17 Championship, where Brazil reached the semi-finals.

Barcelona’s second move

Barcelona’s technical department had identified Conceicao even before his participation in the Copinha held last January, where, wearing the No. 10 shirt, he introduced himself to Brazilian football.