Barcelona have secured Marc Bernal to a new contract.
The midfielder, 17, suffered a knee injury before the international break after a superb start to the season. He has since undergone knee surgery.
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His current contract runs until the summer of 2026 and includes a €20m buyout clause.
ESPN says Barcelona and Bernal have now reached an agreement on a new contract.
Bernal will receive a higher salary. In addition, there will be a significantly higher buyout clause.
The new deal will also extend to 2026, but with an option to extend to 2029 from the day he turns 18.