Barça and Chelsea battle for Cardoso Varela
FC Barcelona and Chelsea FC are both eyeing Cardoso Varela, the 16-year-old Portuguese winger currently playing for Dinamo Zagreb. Although Varela is under contract until 2028, both clubs believe they could land him for around €5 million.
According to Sports World, Barça sporting director Deco has already reached out to Varela's agent, who also represents Dani Olmo. Barcelona is keen to keep investing in young talent to strengthen its squad. Meanwhile, Chelsea boss Maresca is also looking to inject youth into his side as the Blues aim to return to the elite after their Club World Cup triumph.
🚨 Chelsea and Barcelona are monitoring Dinamo Zagreb's 16-year-old wonderkid forward Cardoso Varela.
Varela is under contract with Dinamo Zagreb until June 2028 – the feeling is he'll be available for transfer for around €5M.
Barça sporting director Deco has already met his… pic.twitter.com/DCJHEt4AYD— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) October 15, 2025
Developed at FC Porto, Varela has already made a name for himself at Dinamo Zagreb, where he's featured with the first team. He's also a Portuguese youth international and widely regarded as a top prospect for the future.
Cardoso Varela ('08/🇵🇹) vs NK Radomlje | Friendly match (01.07.2025)
20 minutes played pic.twitter.com/hnUwWL3EIs— Scout in Eurasia (@scout_eurasia) July 2, 2025
