Barcelona are perfectly on track to secure the future of one of their most promising midfielders, Marc Bernal. 

In that regard, according to a report from SPORT, it is learned that the teenager is ‘just one step away’ from signing a new contract that will keep him at the club until 2029. 

It must be noted that the agreement has been in place for a long time, and only the official signing and announcement remain.

The renewal comes at a crucial time for Bernal, especially considering his return from the ACL injury that he picked up earlier in the season. 

As reported before, his recovery has been progressing well. In fact, he has already returned to the pitch and has started doing individual work. The current goal is for him to join the team at full capacity for the start of pre-season. 

The club’s medical staff is pleased with his progress, and there is a growing confidence that he will be fully fit in the coming weeks.

A midfielder backed for a bright future

Even before his injury, Bernal was showing all signs of becoming a key part of Barcelona’s future. His performances caught Hansi Flick’s attention, and that vote of confidence underlined the high expectations the club has for the 17-year-old.

Meanwhile, off the pitch, the midfielder recently joined Roc Nation, one of the most respected representation agencies in football, which will take over his renewal negotiations with Barcelona.

Lastly, the new contract which Bernal has agreed to includes a release clause of €500 million, reflecting just how highly Barcelona value him. 

It is no secret that the club see him as a key part of their long-term plans, and the renewal is a signal of their commitment to his development. 

Once the midfielder returns to normal training, the contract will be officially signed and announced, which will finally put an end to any kind of market speculation.