Barcelona is already gearing up for the summer 2026 transfer window, with sporting director Deco focused on a crucial task: finding Robert Lewandowski’s successor.
With the Polish striker expected to leave Camp Nou in June when his contract expires, the club is preparing for a significant transition.
Lewandowski stands to cash in with a lucrative offer from Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia, reportedly around €100 million net per year. While Ferran Torres has performed admirably as a forward under coach Hans-Dieter Flick, the management believes he can’t shoulder the burden of being the undisputed starter alone.
Joan Laporta has set his sights on Julián Álvarez as the ideal replacement. The Argentine striker has emerged as a standout talent since joining Atlético Madrid a year ago, and his swift adaptation to Diego Simeone’s demanding style has made him a top prospect for Barcelona.
Barcelona Aims to Secure Julián Álvarez by January
Reports from El Nacional suggest that Deco is keen to finalize the deal for Álvarez as early as January, even if the player wouldn’t join until the summer. The former River Plate and Manchester City star is reportedly dissatisfied with Atlético Madrid’s project, making a potential exit more plausible.
However, Barcelona faces stiff competition from several European heavyweights also interested in Álvarez. The race is on, and securing the talented forward could be a game-changer for the Catalan giants as they look to rebuild their attacking line-up.
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