Real option? The 'jewel' of Monaco that Barcelona would be following closely

FC Barcelona has become a club with a well-defined recruitment policy, focused on the interest in adding young players, but with enough talent to be relevant in the first team and able to strengthen it not only in the present but also with an eye towards the future.

This time, the case in question revolves around a player who is currently standing out in Ligue 1 with AS Monaco: Eliesse Ben Seghir, a 19-year-old forward of Franco-Moroccan origin. Hailing from Saint-Tropez, he has the ability to play as a left winger or attacking midfielder, and has become one of the main offensive pieces of the Monegasque team, scoring five goals and providing three assists in 18 appearances so far in the 2024-25 season.

At this point, reports from Moroccan media suggest that FC Barcelona may have sent scouts to Monaco to compile a report on Eliesse Ben Seghir during the recent match of the Monegasques in the UEFA Champions League against SL Benfica (2-3). It's worth mentioning that during this match, the '7' of the Principality team managed to score a goal.

Given this premise, it will be necessary to assess whether FC Barcelona ultimately intends to launch an offensive for a player who is under contract with the Monegasque team until June 30, 2027, and whose market value is €18 million. However, it is not ruled out that Monaco may ask for a slightly higher price for a player whose potential suggests he could be a valuable addition to the offensive line.

How does Eliesse Ben Seghir play?

Eliesse Ben Seghir, 19 years old, stands out as a player with an excellent right-foot shot from medium to long distances, with a great ability to create imbalance in the offensive aspect. He has a lethal one-on-one ability, where he can surpass his opponents through dribbling and lightning speed. Moreover, he has the necessary tools to make his teammates play better, thanks to his impeccable vision of the game and his natural passing skills.