Barcelona announce the signing of teenage West Brom striker Louie Barry
Barcelona have signed teenage West Brom striker Louie Barry, the LaLiga giants have announced.
The Birmingham-born 16-year-old, who has represented England at Under-16s level, will go into the Catalan club’s Under-19s A squad.
A statement on the club’s official Twitter account said: “Louie Barry has joined FC Barcelona. The 16-year-old English striker, signed from West Bromwich Albion, will play for the Under-19s A team.”
West Brom are yet to confirm Barry’s departure.
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