Barça Boasts the World’s Most Valuable Reserve Team
Amidst a season closing without titles, the best news for Barcelona has been the emergence of several young footballers, heralding a bright future for the club on the pitch. Xavi Hernández has shown no hesitation in giving opportunities to academy graduates like Pau Cubarsí, Lamine Yamal, Fermín López, Héctor Fort, or Marc Guiu, all except Cubarsí, still in their youth. The first two have even secured themselves as undisputed starters.
In addition to these young prospects, there are already established players like Gavi and Alejandro Balde, who are currently injured, and those knocking on the door, such as Marc Casadó. Together with newcomers like Pedri and Ronald Araujo, they herald another triumphant era for Barça.
The club’s most successful periods have often coincided with a core of homegrown talents. La Masia continues to be a global benchmark in football, surpassing any other academy.
For instance, a study published by ‘BarçaTimes’ reveals that Barça B has the highest market value among reserve teams, surpassing renowned academies like Benfica, Porto, or Real Sociedad.
According to this study, the Barcelona B squad has a market value of €34 million, significantly higher than the second most valuable reserve team, Benfica, valued at €23.7 million. Real Madrid Castilla ranks third, with a market value of €22.4 million, €11.6 million less than Barcelona B.
