Concerns raised at Barcelona regarding influence of two leading agents

The recent situation involving Dro Fernandez has led to increased focus on the agents of up-and-coming Barcelona players. The 18-year-old midfielder, who is represented by Ivan de la Pena, is about to leave the Spotify Camp Nou in favour of a move to Paris Saint-Germain, which has left many within Can Barca very unhappy.

Dro’s departure is seen as a big blow for Barcelona, who had very high hopes for the teenager. He cited a lack of playing time as the main reason for his decision to move on, but a contributing factor has now been alleged.

As per Cadena SER, it has been claimed that some personnel involved at Barcelona, including agents of other players, are uncomfortable about the influence that agents such as Pini Zahavi and Jorge Mendes have. The pair, both of whom have a close relationship with president Joan Laporta, represent the vast majority of players either involved in the first team, or those within La Masia that are seen as having the best chance to be promoted.

Dro’s agent de la Pena has attracted ire within Barcelona over the situation with the teenager, and given the claims made, it could be said that he was someone that has been unhappy with how La Masia talents are being picked off by Mendes and Zahavi. He represents Gavi and Eric Garcia, and while both players have a lot of prominence in Catalonia, he does not have anywhere near as much influence.

Is agent influence a concern at Barcelona?

Much has been made of the alleged influence that Mendes has at Barcelona, which includes transfer dealings that have happened in the past. However, it does not appear that this will be waning anytime soon, given that Laporta is very happy with how things are running – and the same can be said with Zahavi.

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