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Barcelona Officially Announce Signing of Joni Hernández

July 7, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

FC Barcelona, a prominent club in La Liga, has recently expanded its academy ranks with the addition of a new attacking talent. This comes after confirmation that Joni Hernández has signed a contract with the Catalan club for the upcoming seasons.

Joni Hernández is an 18-year-old attacker, primarily playing on the left wing and known for his ability to cut inside onto his strong right foot. He has long been recognized as a potential star in Spanish football, earning praise for his performances with CD Tenerife.

His notable skills had fueled significant speculation about a potential summer transfer, with numerous clubs showing interest in the young player. On Monday, Barcelona emerged victorious in securing his signature, fending off other interested parties.

In an official statement released via their website and social media platforms, the La Liga champions Barcelona announced: "FC Barcelona and CD Tenerife have reached an agreement for the transfer of Joni Hernández. The 18-year-old from the Canary Islands has signed a contract with the club until June 30, 2030, and will join Juliano Belletti’s Barça Atlètic at the start of the 2026/27 preseason."