Midfielder Brian Fariñas is now officially an FC Barcelona first team player. The La Masia product makes the step up after impressing during preseason with Hansi Flick's squad, making his debut in the friendly in England against Birmingham City. 

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The new '4' culer

The player from Benicarló will wear the number 4 shirt, taking over from Ronald Araujo. Before him, the number had been worn by Ivan Rakitić (2014-2020), Cesc Fàbregas (2011-2014), Rafa Márquez (2003-2010), Patrik Andersson (2001-2003) and Sergi Barjuán (1995-1996).

At Barça since 2018 

Brian Fariñas joined Barça in 2018 from Villarreal. He arrived as a first-year U14 player and completed his development in the club's 11-a-side youth system. From the outset, he developed into a versatile midfielder, and in his final year at U19 level he was a key figure in the team that won the league, cup and UEFA Youth League treble.

As a second-year U19 squad member, he made his Barça Atlètic debut during the 2023/24 season. His first appearance came on 16 March 2024, in a 4-2 victory away to Teruel. He went on to play two matches that season, and the following campaign, while still eligible for the U19s, he made seven appearances.

In 2025/26, with Juliano Belletti in charge of the reserve side, Fariñas established himself as a key player for Barça Atlètic. He played 35 matches, scored five goals and provided six assists. Combined with his impressive performances under Hansi Flick during pre-season, these displays have earned him a place in the first-team squad.

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