Barcelona are monitoring Ajax attacking midfielder Rayane Bounida as a long-term target for the summer 2026 transfer window, according to reports from AS.
Following the recent return of Joao Cancelo on loan, the Catalan club are not expected to make any further moves in this January transfer window, but remain vigilant of rising talents across Europe.
The 19-year-old midfielder of Belgian-Moroccan origin has attracted the attention of both Barcelona and Real Madrid, thanks to his technical skills, chance creation and flexibility in the offensive phase.
Bounida has made 13 official appearances for Ajax this season, registering five assists, while impressing with his composure, vision and decision-making in the backcourt.
A product of youth football in Belgium and of Moroccan descent, he has also received praise from Jose Mourinho and is considered one of the most promising talents to emerge from the Ajax academy in recent years.
Barcelona see Bounida as an ideal fit for their project under Hansi Flick, while his contract situation is being closely monitored, at a time when interest from Europe's big clubs continues to grow.Telegrafi
