Pedro Fernandez Hansi Flicka Getty Images January 16, 2026, 8:45 p.m

According to insider Fabrizio Romano, midfielder Pedro Fernandez, known as Dro, made the final decision to change his club registration already in January.

The talented midfielder, who turned 18 on January 12, decided together with his agent that a change of environment was necessary for his development. The player’s contract provides for a rather modest amount of severance — 6 million euros, which makes him an easy prey for European giants.

Among the main contenders for the signing of the Spanish prodigy is Manchester City, which is actively monitoring the situation.

For the head coach of the blaugranas, Hansi Flick, this news was a real bolt from the blue. Sources close to the club claim that the German specialist experienced the biggest disappointment of his time in Catalonia when he learned of Drou’s decision. Flick highly valued the young man’s potential and saw him as an important part of Barcelona’s future project.

In the current campaign, the prodigy has played 5 games for the Blaugranas in all competitions, and managed to provide one assist in his Champions League debut against Olympiakos.