"According to SPORT, Barcelona believe that Gariba has a real chance of breaking into the first-team setup if his current growth trajectory continues. Gariba, who arrived at the club just six months ago, has had a curious but rapid rise. He came from the Marcet Academy and even spent time playing in the lowest tier of Catalan football with CE Codolar just to acquire rhythm. Since joining Barça, his evolution has been lauded."
"Gariba is described as a fine and elegant centre-back who possesses a high technical quality for playing the ball out from the back. In addition, he is known for his aggression and competitive spirit, which is hardly surprising given the fact that his idol is none other than Carles Puyol. Unlike other young prospects, Gariba is not prone to the defensive disconnections that can plague developing centre-backs. This mental strength, combined with his physical and technical potential, has the club excited."
La Masia continues to supply Barcelona with first-team talent, reducing reliance on the transfer market. Barcelona faces defensive issues and is again looking to its academy for solutions. Hafiz Gariba, 18, joined six months ago from the Marcet Academy and gained rhythm playing at CE Codolar. He quickly became a Juvenil A mainstay, praised for ball-playing technique, elegance, aggression and competitive spirit. Gariba models himself on Carles Puyol and displays mental strength that limits defensive lapses. Continued development of his physical and technical attributes could open a pathway into the first team.
Read at Barca Universal
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