Young football prodigy Alieu Drammeh has officially signed his first professional contract with FC Barcelona today, marking a significant milestone on his 16th birthday, Footy-Africa can exclusively confirm.
The Gambian midfielder has committed to a four-year deal with the Catalan giants, solidifying his future at one of the world’s most prestigious football academies.
Footy-Africa exclusively reports that with this new contract FC Barcelona has secured a key figure in their youth setup, and many are already tipping Drammeh for a bright future in the senior squad. As he continues his development, fans of both club and country will be eagerly watching his progress.
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Drammeh, who currently captains The Gambia U17 national team, has been a standout performer for La Masia’s Cadet A team in recent seasons. Known for his vision, leadership, and technical ability, he has steadily risen through the ranks at Barcelona’s youth academy since joining at a young age.
Internationally, Drammeh led The Gambia U17 to a strong showing at the recent Africa U17 Cup of Nations, helping the team reach the World Cup playoff stage. Despite their eventual defeat to Uganda in the playoff round, his performances throughout the tournament earned widespread praise and confirmed his status as one of Africa’s brightest young talents.
