Patrick Kluivert has picked out Leeds United target and FC Barcelona winger Ilias Akhomach as a player to watch out for.
Akhomach is set to leave the Camp Nou when his contract expires at the end of the season. Leeds are reportedly the frontrunners in the race to sign him, although they may face competition from Arsenal, Sevilla and AC Milan.
The 18-year-old has made three appearances for Barca under current boss Xavi, and joined the La Masia academy for a second time in 2017.
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Kluivert had a brief stint as academy director at Barca and has highlighted Akhomach as one of the biggest talents of his generation at the club's academy.
“Well, he’s already come in a few times, that’s Angel Alarcon. He’s a good player,” the Netherlands, Ajax and Barcelona legend told Barca Blaugranes.
“Yamal Lamine is a very good player. He’s 16 years old and already trained with the first team. There are a little bit of discussions having at the moment regarding him, but he’s played with the national Under 17s team with Spain. He’s a very promising striker, left-footed.
“I had another player, Ilias Akhomach. For me, he’s a good player as well. He made his debut quickly last year.
“There are a few others running around who haven’t made his debut yet. Have you heard of Pau Torres? There are a lot of young players knocking on the door, but you haven’t seen them yet.”
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