Gundogan admits, he was shocked by Pau Cubarsi

Since the start of the season, Pau Cubarsí has ​​established himself as an obvious presence in the central defense of FC Barcelona. At 18 years old, the young man from La Masia makes a perfect pair alongside Inigo Martinez. Launched into the deep end last season by Xavi, the central defender continues to gain playing time and experience under the leadership of Hansi Flick. However, his level is far from surprising the former Barça midfielder, İlkay Gündoğan, who is full of praise for him: “Before Cubarsí made his debut, I watched him in training and I knew he was very talented. I was surprised, I thought he was 20 or 21. Xavi’s assistant m He said he was 17 and I was shocked because I didn’t know him when I arrived. He seemed mature and had a strong personality. of a player 25 years old“, he declared for the Indian podcast, TRS. The opportunity also to have strong words for the young people leaving the Masia.

“I think La Masia has something very special”

Returning to Manchester City after only a stint with the Catalan club, İlkay Gündoğan has indelible memories of his short time at Barcelona. One of the things that marked him: the Masia and the young people who come out of it: “I think there is something very special about La Masia. The way these boys grow and learn, I don’t know the exact details because I haven’t experienced it, but I have seen the results in training If you look at the history of Barcelona, ​​you will see that the team has always had a lot of players from La Masia, as well as other more experienced players, whether Spanish, Catalan or foreign. think it is this mixture which always makes Barcelona a special team, and La Masia is a very important part of the club’s identity.” It is true that the gems coming out of the Catalan training center manage to breathe new life by mixing perfectly with the most experienced players.

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