Pedri was officially awarded the European Golden Boy award on Monday morning.
Newly-appointed Barcelona coach Xavi is glad for Pedri after he was named the 2021 Golden Boy. The 18-year-old star was officially awarded the European Golden Boy award on Monday morning. The Spanish midfielder has suffered another setback on his road to recovery from injury.
🏆 Pedri wins the Golden Boy award!
Congratulations, @Pedri!#DreamTeen
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) November 22, 2021
Xavi also discussed Pedri’s injury and said, “His return will depend on how he recovers.”
The youngster shared a video on social media where he reacted by saying, I’m thrilled. Thanks a lot.”
Xavi hails Spanish midfielder for winning the Golden Boy award, “I’m happy he has won the Golden Boy award because his performances have been extraordinary.
“It’s not an easy injury, he’s a key player and makes a difference for us, but I don’t have a date for his return, we want him to come back as soon as possible and do it one hundred percent.”
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