*Club domestic league appearances and goals, correct as of 08:57, 20 May 2024 (UTC) ‡ National team caps and goals, correct as of 04:15, 31 May 2024 (UTC)
Bernal is a youth product of CE Berga and Gimnàstic Manresa, and moved to La Masia at the age of 6 where he worked his way up their youth categories.[1][2] On 23 June 2023, he signed his first professional contract with Barcelona until 2026.[3] He made his senior and professional debut with Barcelona Atlètic in a 1–0 Primera Federación loss to Logroñés on 27 August 2023.[4] He scored his 2 first professional goals with Barcelona Atlètic in a 3–1 win over Sestao on 22 October 2023.[5]
Bernal is a versatile left-footed midfielder who usually plays as a defensive midfielder, but can also play more offensively if required. He has a robust physique, and has great passing skills. He is level headed and can pass well under pressure.[10]