Barcelona's Spanish midfielder #08 Pedri (R) controls the ball challenged by Atalanta's Dutch midfielder #15 Marten de Roon during the UEFA Champions League, league phase football match between FC Barcelona and Atalanta BC at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona. AFP
The 22-year-old Pedri was hailed as a great future hope from age 16, and has filled the gap left by departed club legend Andres Iniesta.
Part of Spain's European championship winning line-up in 2024, Pedri penned the deal alongside Laporta and Barcelona sports director Deco, the club's website reported.
Laporta has been under pressure at Barcelona since the national league ruled the club had failed to register summer signings Olmo and Pau Victor in time. The pair currently have temporary playing licences.
Hansi Flick's Barcelona made sure of second place in the 36 team Champions League on Wednesday but the Blaugrana trail Real Madrid by seven points in La Liga.
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