Barça Atlètic Nears First Summer Signing with Ignasi Quer Deal

Barça Atlètic is reportedly on the brink of securing its first signing for the 2026-27 season, with negotiations nearing completion for forward Ignasi Quer. The young talent, who is set to turn 22 on June 25th, is expected to join Juliano Belletti’s squad, marking a significant early move in the club’s transfer strategy.

The Catalan club has seemingly outmaneuvered rivals such as CE Sabadell and Nàstic de Tarragona to secure the services of Quer. The striker began his development at Vic before a mid-season move to L’Hospitalet, a team managed by Jordi Alba and Thiago Alcántara.

Key facts

A Prolific Goalscorer

Quer’s impressive form in the latter half of the current season has been a major factor in this potential move. In less than six months with L’Hospitalet, he netted an impressive 15 goals. This tally adds to the five goals he had already scored for Vic in the first half of the campaign, bringing his total for the season to 20.

His goal-scoring prowess was instrumental in L’Hospitalet’s push for promotion, helping them reach the playoffs for Segunda Federación. Although their promotion hopes were ultimately dashed by Badalona, Quer’s individual contribution has clearly not gone unnoticed.

Path to Camp Nou

The report indicates that Barça has made significant progress in discussions with Quer in recent days. The player is currently a free agent, with only the finalization of contractual details standing between him and an official announcement by FC Barcelona. Mundo Deportivo had previously highlighted the club’s interest in the player, and this latest update suggests the transfer is now a near certainty.

Quer’s footballing journey began in the youth ranks of Manresa, Vic Riuprimer, Manlleu, and Girona. He later established himself in the first team of Vic alongside his brother Pius. Notably, the brothers even faced Atlético de Madrid in the Copa del Rey during the 2024-25 season.

Player Profile

Ignasi Quer is described as a classic center-forward, possessing a strong goal-scoring instinct. While he can operate on the wing, his primary role is as a ‘9’. He is ambidextrous, physically robust, and demonstrates significant athletic capability despite his 1.78-meter height, even proving effective in aerial duels. He is also committed to balancing his football career with his studies in CAFE (formerly INEF).

This acquisition would represent a strategic move for Barça Atlètic, aiming to bolster their attacking options with a young player already demonstrating a strong scoring record and potential for further development within the club’s famed La Masia system. The arrival of Quer could signal a new wave of talent being integrated into the reserve team, preparing them for potential first-team integration in the future.

Source: Mundo Deportivo Futbol (https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/fc-barcelona/20260617/1004195934/barca-atletic-paso-cerrar-primer-fichaje-temporada-2026-27.html)