The journey of Hafiza Garibi to the desired Youth Academy of Barcelona began in the hectic coastal town of Teshie, Ghana.

Discovered as a promising young defender who plays at local plots, Gariba was the first to throw out his Zinaps FC skills. His impressive performances caught in the eyes of Villarreal CF Africa, where he further developed his game.

His breakthrough into Europe came when he earned a place at the prestigious Marcet Soccer Academy. He once arrived in Spain, BarcelonaThe scouts followed Hafiz for monthly.

Enchanted by the technical abilities and composing the central defender on the ball, Barcelona knocked. He offered him a three-year-old for joining the team Juvenil B U-18 in La Masia.

“The first time I heard about Barcelona’s interest was on Marcet Academy. We had training and then told me I was going to Barcelona. I was so happy and my teammates were so happy for me. I called my family and they were glad to hear the news“” Gariba said FlashScore in an exclusive interview.

For Ghanai defender joined Barcelona fulfilled the lifelong dream, which grew up as a dedicated club port.

“When I was young I was carrying a dressed bar and I told the people around me someday to play for Barcelona“He said.

Arrival in Barcelona marked a turning point for Gariba as he joined one of the European elite youth systems. However, adapting to life and football in Catalonia presented their challenges.

“In Barcelona is a big difference. The way we train and the way we play our matches, our tactics, very different from Africa. It’s not easy, but I always work hard on training and I do my best. “

His determination and commitment caught the view of the coach, and Gariba began to place himself in his role as a defense counsel with the technical edge.

Last season with barcelonan sides of young people, Gariba impressed calm in the ball, strength in Pribor and improving the intelligence of the game. He made over 20 appearances for a minor, helping them win the National Youth League as they saw the reputation of one of the most reliable central defenders in the Academy.

As he has not made a debut for senior team, technical staff and scouts did not pass unnoticed. Gariba set his sights to his first team this season.

“I think I’m a season. When I get back, I will fight. I will fight so I am admitting and promoting in a senior team. “

Garibi’s journey are inspired by some of the negligent stars in Barcelona while dreaming of one day that plays next to Pau Cubarsi.

“It’s Pau Cubars. I see him as my older and always learn from him because it is very intelligent. I met him and he was such a humble guy. Lamina Yamal is also a really good player. They are young players who play at the highest level and look forward to following their steps. “

“I look forward to one day by playing with those older team Barcelona. My dream is to play next to Pau Cubars. I think one of the best defenders in the world“He added.

The 18-year-old is aware of the levels to be achieved to understand their dream and recognizes that it still develops and adapts to Barcelona’s building from the back.

“As Defender in Barcelona, you need to know how to be comfortable on the ball. My youth coach helped me in confidence in the ball. Whenever the goalkeeper gets the ball as a veteran, I have to be ready to receive a passage. “

Last season, the higher team approached the point, just disappeared only in the Champions League. Gariba is optimistic that the sideline can win the European elite competition.

“It was so good last season. Everyone talked about Barcelona. We came near the Champions League and I think we should take this year. I look forward to being part of this success. “

Although Gariba has yet to meet in person with the main coach Hansi Flick, his admiration is clear.

“I haven’t met him yet, but I look forward to finding him one day. He is a good coach and I like how to manage players. Can’t wait to learn from it one day. “

In just more than three years, Gariba turned from a young fan in Ghana, with proud to wear Barcelona and watching their matches on TV, in the key player for their youth team.

His exceptional progress has led him ever closer to the realization of his dream to join the first team of Barcelona. Now part of the youth is placed, it is constantly progressing to that goal, determined to continue to knock on the coach door until it opens.