Maximum happiness at Camp Nou, Pedri's clone is open to offers: 'Barça is my favorite team'

Barça's play style ignites passions in every corner of the globe. The Catalans have become a symbol of possession soccer, of dominating matches through passing and precision. Their success is based on the quality of their midfielders, true masters of the ball and the rhythm of the game.

In this context, Pedri has established himself as the greatest exponent of this philosophy. Barça's number 8 not only represents the team's present, but also its purest essence. Every time he touches the ball, he shows he's one step ahead of his rivals, who barely manage to anticipate his moves.

For many experts, Pedri is by far the best midfielder in the world. His vision of the game, talent, and commitment make him a player capable of deciding matches through intelligence and not just physicality. Some even claim he deserved the Ballon d'Or, because his way of understanding soccer borders on the artistic.

At Barça, they're aware of the enormous talent of the Canary Islander and would dream of being able to clone Pedri to guarantee his legacy for years. However, that's still impossible. Fate could offer a more realistic alternative with a name that's starting to be heard in the offices at Camp Nou: Kees Smit.

Kees Smit, the new talent who's captivating Barça

The Dutch gem from AZ Alkmaar has been compared to Pedri by none other than Ronald Koeman. "I have to be careful with what I say, but I coached Pedri at Barça and I see things from him in Kees Smit", the coach admitted just a few days ago. This statement has sparked excitement among Barça fans.

Now, Kees Smit himself has helped increase the anticipation with words that have gone around the world. "I watch almost every Barça match, it's my favorite club", he said in an interview with ESPN. This direct message makes clear his admiration and his desire to one day wear the Barça jersey.

At Barça, they celebrate these statements with a smile. The Catalan club is closely following Pedri's clone and doesn't rule out a move for next summer. At 19 years old, Kees Smit fits perfectly into the profile sought by the Barça sporting management: technical talent, tactical maturity, and passion for the blue and garnet colors.