[kurtsimonw]

Indeed. I think other teams could learn from Barca in that regard, though it's easier for them to do so as young players won't often jump ship if they feel they can break into the team. Prospects at lesser clubs will likely be snapped up.

As good as Barca's kids are, it's worth noting that their current squad cost 200m. They also pay the highest wages of any team in World sports - so much for doing it the 'right way' I suppose.