Germán Barbas
Full name: Germán Barbas Díaz
Country: Uruguay
Date of birth: 17/09/2007 (17 years old)
Place of birth: Uruguay
Height: 180cm
Youth career: Peñarol
Current club: Peñarol
Squad number: 16
Current national team: Uruguay U-20
Position: central midfielder, attacking midfielder
Preferred foot: right
Market value (by transfermarkt.de): —
Tournaments participated in: —
Contract until: 31.12.2026
Player’s agent: unknown
Transfer rumours: —
Similar type of player: Yoann Gourcuff/Dominik Szoboszlai
Strengths:
– passing 
– vision
– technique
– ball control
– football IQ
– first touch
– versatility
– dribbling 
– set pieces
– work rate
To improve:
– shot selection and general efficiency in the final third
– while not slow, he isn’t known for his explosive pace, especially when compared to other top talents in his position
Style of play:
– advanced playmaker
– quite tall player (around 180-185cm) who feels quite comfortable and knows how to use his body frame to gain an advantage
– possesses a fantastic skill set that enables him to excel in various roles, including midfield playmaker, roaming playmaker, advanced playmaker, and even as a false 9 when required
– boasts excellent technical ability, exudes elegance on the ball, and moves across the pitch with remarkable grace
– enjoys having the ball at his feet, thrives with creative freedom, and excels at orchestrating play in the final third
– capable of making a difference at any moment, thanks to his passing skills and exceptional intelligence on the ball
– possesses a silky touch and weights his passes perfectly
– fantastic close control, footwork, and dribbling skills in tight spaces
– extremely skillful player, who displays natural technique and the ability to make smart decisions under pressure
– decent shot power and ball striking technique from mid and long-range
– shows a strong work rate, tenacity, and determination off the ball, with excellent activity in pressing
– occasional aerial threat in the penalty area, thanks to his above-average heading ability
– good indirect set-piece taker
Barbas controls the ball, quickly assesses his options, and delivers a superb long diagonal pass, showcasing his exceptional vision and intelligence.
Inside the penalty area, Barbas loses his marker with a brilliant first-touch feint, and creates a good chance for his teammate.
Barbas creates a big chance with a silky through ball.
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He is best suited to playing as:
Attacking midfielder in 4-2-3-1.
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League summary (as of 17 December 2024):
Uruguayan Primera División 2024: 1 game/0 goals (Peñarol)
Description:
Germán Barbas is regarded as one of the most exciting midfield prospects in South America. A product of Peñarol’s renowned academy—known for producing Uruguayan internationals in recent years such as Federico Valverde, Darwin Núñez, Facundo Pellistri, and Facundo Torres—he made his professional debut on May 24, 2024, in a league match against Progreso.
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Football Talent Scout potential rating:
9/10 
Player has the potential to become a key player in a top European club.
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