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Marc Bernal
Spanish footballer From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Marc Bernal Casas (born 26 May 2007) is a Spanish professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for La Liga club Barcelona.
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Club career
Born in Berga, Barcelona, Catalonia, Bernal is a youth product of CE Berga and Gimnàstic Manresa, and moved to La Masia at the age of 6 where he worked his way up their youth categories.[1][2] On 23 June 2023, he signed his first professional contract with Barcelona until 2026.[3] He made his senior and professional debut with Barcelona Atlètic in a 1–0 Primera Federación loss to Logroñés on 27 August 2023.[4] He scored his first professional goals with Barcelona Atlètic in a 3–1 win over Sestao on 22 October 2023.[5]
On 17 August 2024, he made his La Liga debut with Barcelona, by starting in a 2–1 away win over Valencia.[6] Later that month, on 27 August, he suffered a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee in a 2–1 away win over Rayo Vallecano.[7] A month later, on 30 September, Barcelona announced an adjustment to Bernal's contract by including a buyout clause of €500 million, binding him to the club until 30 June 2026 with an option to three more years.[8] Bernal made his return from his 383-day absence on 14 September 2025, in a 6–0 win over Valencia, getting an assist.[9] Later that month, on 29 September, he extended his contract until 2029.[10]
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International career
Bernal was called up to a training camp for the Spain U16s in October 2022.[11] In August 2023, he was named to a training camp for the Spain U18s.[12] He was named to the final squad for the Spain U17s at the 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup.[13]
He was named to the final squad for the Spain U17s at the 2024 UEFA European Under-17 Championship.[14]
Style of play
Bernal is a 6' 7'' versatile left-footed midfielder who usually plays as a defensive midfielder, but can also play more offensively if required. He has a robust physique, and has great passing skills. He is level headed and can pass well under pressure.[15] He has also drawn the comparison of Busquets. Hansi Flick has praised him, and he has even said "Marc Bernal can become the best midfielder in the world!"
Career statistics
- As of match played 1 October 2025[16]
- Appearances in Primera Federación play-offs
- Appearance in UEFA Champions League
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Honours
Barcelona
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External links
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