FC Barcelona have officially confirmed the permanent transfer of Joan Anaya to Sant Andreu, drawing a close to the defender’s time at La Masia. The announcement came through the club’s official channels, with Barcelona stating that an agreement had been reached with Sant Andreu for the transfer.
In a brief statement, Barcelona confirmed: “Agreement with Sant Andreu for the transfer of Joan Anaya.” The club also paid tribute to the player, adding: “The Club thanks him for his dedication and professionalism over these years and wishes him the very best, both professionally and personally.”
Anaya joins Sant Andreu on a permanent basis. Barcelona confirmed the deal as permanent, with his academy time now concluded and the transfer completed.
Anaya had been part of the Barça Atlètic squad, gaining experience in the reserve setup. His exit reflects a pattern that has become increasingly familiar within the academy pathway. Rather than retaining players without a clear first-team route, the club has moved to create space for younger prospects pushing through the system.
For a player of his profile, the move to Sant Andreu should provide an opportunity for more regular senior football – an environment that may prove more productive than sporadic appearances in a highly competitive reserve side. The general reasoning behind such a move is straightforward: consistent minutes in senior football are often more valuable than remaining in an increasingly crowded reserve setup.
Barcelona’s brief statement reflects how the club typically communicates La Masia departures. The Blaugranes continue to reshape the Barça Atlètic squad as they focus on promoting the next generation of academy prospects, and incoming movement into the B side will be just as significant a part of that process as departures like Anaya’s. Although his journey at the club has come to an end, his development at La Masia has given him a platform to build his professional career elsewhere.