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Spanish giants FC Barcelona has announced its acquisition of Dreams FC’s promising young forward, Abdul Aziz Issah, on a season-long loan until June 30, 2025, with an option to make it permanent.

The 18-year-old striker sealed the deal on transfer deadline day, marking a major leap in his career. He will be with the reserve side of the club, Barca Athletic.

Issah, who was recently recognised as one of Africa’s top young talents by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), played a crucial role in Dreams FC’s notable campaign in last season’s CAF Confederation Cup.

He emerged as the tournament’s leading scorer, with four goals and two assists over 10 matches, helping his team reach the semi-finals before being narrowly defeated by eventual champions Zamalek.

Having joined Dreams FC’s senior team in 2022 after rising through their youth systems, Still Believe and In God We Trust FC, Issah’s rapid ascent has now culminated in a move to one of football’s most iconic clubs.

Issah is set to join fellow Ghanaian, David Oduro of Accra Lions, who was recently recruited by FC Barcelona Academy.

The transfer is a significant moment for Dreams FC, underscoring the club’s growing reputation for nurturing top-tier talent.

Ghana Premier League side Dreams FC have announced the transfer of Abdul Aziz Issah to Spanish giants FC Barcelona.

The 18-year-old finalized his move on transfer deadline day.

Issah who is adjudged by CAF as one of the best youngsters on the continent emerged top scorer in last season’s Confederation Cup.

He scored four goals and provided two assists in 10 games to help Dreams reach a historic semi-final berth in the African club competition, only missing out to eventual winners and Egyptian giants Zamalek.

The sensational winger made 17 goal contributions (7 goals and 10 assists) in the Ghana Premier League last season.

He also scored four goals in five games in the FA Cup competition.

On the national front, Issah was a key player for the Ghana U20 team that won gold in the Africa Games.

Issah joined the first team at Dreams FC in 2022 having come through the club’s youth ranks- Still Believe and In God We Trust FC respectively.

His move to one of the biggest clubs in the world represents a massive milestone in the history of Dreams FC, one which everyone connected to club is proud of.

Arsenal striker Eddie Nketiah has joined Crystal Palace for a fee in the region of £30m.

The 25-year-old has signed a five-year deal with the Eagles.

The South London-born player is the club’s fifth signing of the summer transfer window, and follows the deadline-day arrival of French defender Maxence Lacroix, who signed for £18m.

“It’s amazing to sign for Crystal Palace – I’m excited to get going,” said Nketiah. “Every time I come back to South London, it always puts a smile on my face, so it’s good to be back home.”

Palace chairman Steve Parish added: “It’s brilliant to welcome Eddie, a senior England international, back to South London. We are delighted he has signed for Crystal Palace. I am confident that his energy, talent and hunger to succeed will endear him to his new team-mates and supporters alike.”

Nketiah moved to Arsenal aged 14 from Chelsea’s youth set-up and went on to score 38 goals in 168 games for the Gunners.

Source: BBC

Spanish powerhouse FC Barcelona have completed the signing of Accra Lions youngster David Oduro, the club has confirmed.

The 18-year-old left-back joins the famous La Masia Academy in a three-year deal ending June 30, 2027.

Oduro’s switch to Barcelona is historic, as he becomes the first player ever to transition to the Catalans directly from Ghana.

Barcelona announced the deal with the Ghanaian teen after a successful trial.

“FC Barcelona has reached an agreement with the Ghanaian Accra Lions for the transfer of the player David Oduro, who will join Barça Atlètic,” a statement on the club’s website read.

“Oduro signs for three seasons, until June 30, 2027. The player will travel to Barcelona in the coming days to join the training sessions of the Barça reserve team.

“The official signing of his contract will remain pending,” it added.

Besides Barcelona, Oduro has had trials with several clubs, including English Premier League side Chelsea and Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.

Real Sociedad and Shakhtar Donetsk had also shown interest before the deal was struck with Barcelona.

The talented left-footed player has yet to finish a full Ghana Premier League season with Accra Lions but caught the attention of these big teams with his talent.

oduro made 50 appearances for Accra Lions scoring a goal.