Tommy Marqués has traveled to Portugal to finalize an 11 million euro transfer from FC Barcelona to Sporting Braga, with the deal structured around an initial fee plus add-ons that could push the total package near 12 million euros. According to reports from multiple outlets including Sport and Mundo Deportivo, the 19-year-old midfielder has been instructed to clear out his locker at the Camp Nou as negotiations between the two clubs reached a definitive agreement on Friday.
Deal Structure and Financial Terms
The financial agreement between Barcelona and Sporting Braga involves an initial payment, supplemented by performance-related add-ons, as reported by Pol Ballús of The Athletic. Marca corroborated that the deal stands at 11 million euros overall. As part of the transaction, Barcelona has secured a right of first refusal—often described as a right of tanteo—should Braga receive future offers for the Spanish under-19 international, ensuring the Catalan club retains a measure of long-term control over its academy product.
Pathway and First-Team Opportunities
Marqués joined Barcelona’s La Masia academy in 2015 from CE Europa, progressing steadily through the youth ranks before spending a mid-season loan spell at CF Damm during the 2023–24 campaign. Under manager Hansi Flick, the teenager made his senior competitive debut on Feb. 7, 2026, entering as an 84th-minute substitute for Fermín López in a La Liga victory over Mallorca. Flick ultimately handed Marqués minutes in two La Liga matches across the campaign.
Summer Overhaul and Braga’s Ambitions
Facing limited regular minutes following further midfield reinforcements at the Camp Nou this summer, Marqués opted to pursue consistent senior playing time elsewhere, bypassing previous interest from Manchester City and Borussia Dortmund. His departure coincides with a busy transactional period for Barcelona, which has also overseen the exits of Ferran Torres, Ansu Fati, and Iñaki Peña, alongside ongoing discussions regarding other squad members. For Sporting Braga, the addition of Marqués caps an active summer transfer window that has included the arrivals of midfielder Denis Huseinbasic, forward Jonas Wind, and defensive reinforcements Bernardo, Sergio Barcia, Adrian Bajrami, and Adrian Barisic following the club’s run to the Europa League semifinals last season.
Next Steps
Marqués is scheduled to complete his medical examinations in Portugal ahead of an official announcement from both clubs confirming the permanent transfer. Fans and followers can watch for the formal ratification of the contract and his presentation at the Estadio Municipal de Braga in the coming days.
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