Spanish defender Pau Cubarsí of Barcelona has firmly established himself as one of the leading contenders for the 2026 Golden Boy Award, having topped the rankings in the latest update, 700 points ahead of his teammate Lamine Yamal, in a race that reflects the remarkable transformation in the young defender’s career during an exceptional year. Koparsi’s rise to the top comes after a football season in which he established himself as one of the most prominent young defenders in world football, having transformed from a promising talent into a key figure in the defence of both Barcelona and the Spanish national…