Barcelona on Monday confirmed that young defender Andrés Cuenca has joined Sporting Gijón on loan until the end of the season.
Before completing the move, Cuenca extended his contract with the Catalan club by an additional year. The 19-year-old, who is a product of Sevilla FC’s youth academy, made his senior debut for Barcelona on October 1, 2024, featuring in a UEFA Champions League clash against Young Boys.
In a separate statement, Barcelona also announced the signing of defender Patricio Pacifico on loan from Defensor Sporting Club for the remainder of the current campaign. The agreement includes an option for Barcelona to make the transfer permanent at the end of the season.
Pacifico, known for his versatility across the backline, can operate as both a full-back and a centre-back. He is expected to feature for Barça Atlètic during the second half of the season.
