Ebrima Tunkara
Full name: Ebrima Tunkara Yataberreh
Date of birth: 10/03/2010 (15 years old)
Place of birth: Lamoi (Gambia)
Height: —
Youth career: AEiLL Cerdanyola Mataró, FC Barcelona (since 2018)
Current club: FC Barcelona
Squad number: —
Current national team: Spain U-16
Position: attacking midfielder, winger
Preferred foot: left
Market value (by transfermarkt.de): —
Tournaments participated in: —
Contract until: 30/06/2026
Player’s agent: unknown
Transfer rumours: —
Similar type of player: Michael Olise/Mohammed Kudus
Strengths:
– pace 
– acceleration
– technique
– ball control
– dribbling
– physicality
– athleticism
– agility
– flair
– passing 
– vision
– creativity
– football IQ
– first touch
– bravery
– versatility
To improve:
– needs to improve his composure and overall efficiency in front of goal to become a more consistent threat
– could make better use of his frame and strength in aerial duels to become more dominant in the air
Style of play:
– advanced playmaker/flamboyant winger
– fantastic body mass ratio and physical strength for his age; he has the potential to become an elite athlete in the coming years
– an amazing balance of physicality, energy, and playmaking skills
– superb speed at all distances
– great agility and coordination for his size
– displays elegance on the ball with a silky, refined touch
– enjoys having the ball at his feet, relishing the opportunity to dictate play and drive the team forward
– thrives in a free attacking role, using his vision, creativity, and on-the-ball bravery to impact the game at any moment
– pure difference-maker, capable of altering the course of a match at any moment with his vision, dribbling, and bravery on the ball
– fantastic footwork at top speed and in tight spaces, allowing him to maneuver effortlessly past opponents
– extremely skillful ball carrier with an excellent close control
– capable of making dynamic runs with the ball that often surprise and break through the defensive line
– creative, mobile, unpredictable, and confident in his abilities
– counter-attacking weapon thanks to his pace and movement
– wins many fouls in dangerous zones thanks to his quick feet and changes of pace
– shows positive energy off the ball, never hesitating to track back and work hard for the team
– operates comfortably with his weaker right foot
– accurate penalty taker
Tunkara surges into the penalty area, loses his marker with acceleration, and wins a penalty after being fouled.
After a superb run through the middle, Tunkara creates a big chance despite being fouled.
Tunkara controls the ball at the edge of the penalty area, effortlessly gets past his opponent, and finishes with precision.
Heatmap by Wyscout:
He is best suited to playing as:
Attacking midfielder in 4-3-2-1.
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Achievements:
Spanish U-13 Championship 2021/2022 winner with Barcelona.
Spanish U-14 Championship 2022/2023 winner with Barcelona.
Spanish U-16 Championship 2023/2024 winner with Barcelona.
Spanish U-16 Championship 2023/2024 winner with Barcelona.
League summary (as of 11 March 2025):
No senior team appearances yet.
Description:
Ebrima Tunkara, a product of the renowned La Masia academy, is widely regarded as one of FC Barcelona’s most exciting prospects in recent years. He is tipped to follow in the footsteps of talents like Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsí, Gavi, Alejandro Balde, Marc Casadó, and Fermín López. Born in Gambia, Tunkara currently represents Spain at the international youth level.
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Football Talent Scout potential rating:
10/10 
World-class potential.
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