Ludovit Reis moves to FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona has secured the services of midfielder Ludovit Reis of Dutch first division club FC Groningen. This was announced by both clubs on Thursday afternoon.

The Catalans transferred 3.25 million euros to the Club aus der Eredivisie, which could increase due to numerous clauses. The 18-year-old’s contract is valid for four years until 2022 plus an option for two additional seasons. It also contains an exit clause amounting to 100 million euros.

The Dutch U-19 international is to complete the Catalan summer preparations, which include a trip to Japan, with the pros. It will then be decided whether he should first develop with Barca’s second team or be integrated directly with Leo Messi and Co.

At Groningen, he played 33 games this season, scoring one goal and one goal. Rice had been trained in Groningen’s youth department since 2015.