Nicolás Marcipar

Nicolás Marcipar Idelsohn is a footballer currently playing as a defender for La Liga side Barcelona. Born in Spain, Marcipar has represented Argentina at youth international level.

Early life

Marcipar's parents, Javier and Muriel, were born in Santa Fe, Argentina, and emigrated to Spain in 1999, settling in the Province of Barcelona. Marcipar was born on 13 February 2008, alongside his twin sister, Paula, in Barcelona. Growing up, he supported Argentine Primera División side Unión de Santa Fe, as it was the club his parents supported.
As a child, he also took an interest in chess, standing out at the age of five and participating in local tournaments against players three years his senior.

Club career

At the age of six, Marcipar joined local side Sant Cugat, based in Sant Cugat del Vallès, and spent three years before attracting the attention of La Liga side Barcelona. He attended a three-month trial with the club at their La Masia academy, before being offered a place for the 2018–19 season in March 2018.

International career

Marcipar is eligible to represent both Spain and Argentina at international level. He was called up to Argentina's under-15 team in July 2022. He was called up to the squad again in 2024, ahead of the 2023 South American U-15 Championship, featuring in two friendly matches in preparation for the tournament.