Barcelona extends contract with young player

Spanish club Barcelona has extended the contract of right-back Xavi Espart.

Operativ Media reports, citing the Catalan club's press service.

The player's new contract runs until 2030. The 19-year-old is a product of Barcelona's academy, where he has played since the age of 8. Espart made his first-team debut this year in a UEFA Champions League match against Newcastle (England).

The defender has made a total of 11 appearances for the first team, scoring one goal and providing two assists.