Europa and Gibraltar striker Tjay De Barr has reportedly signed a pre-contract agreement with Spanish Segunda Division side Real Oviedo.

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De Barr, who has broken onto the local football scene in some style, has had trials in both Portugal and in Spain with Oviedo’s division rivals Las Palmas, but it is believed the 19-year old has opted to sign for the Asturian team, currently 8th in the Segunda, one point off the playoffs, after they moved quicker than their rivals to secure his signature.

The striker, who scored the opener vs Armenia in the Nations League last year, has caught the eye massively this season and, following the move of Louie Annesley to Blackburn earlier this year, is another boost to local football with more young talent being spotted and presented opportunities at professional sides away from the Rock.

De Barr joined Europa from Lincoln, with Lincoln reportedly set to receive a fee from Oviedo for developing the youngster in his formative years, and this season has scored 13 goals in 22 appearances for his current club – who he will leave after their European qualifiers should they qualify for either tournament. With chances to win the league and cup still available, the striker will no doubt look to leave Europa on a high before joining Real Oviedo.