Barcelona has decided to revise its approach in the pursuit of a dependable striker. For months, the club had shown strong interest in Victor Gyökeres as a potential solution to bolster their attacking options.
However, recent developments indicate that the Swedish striker is now on the verge of joining Arsenal, prompting Barcelona president Joan Laporta to officially step away from the competition for his signature.
Laporta has been clear about the club’s current priorities, and strengthening the number 9 position is no longer an immediate focus. Instead, Barcelona is choosing to concentrate on other areas of the squad, particularly the defense and flanks.
The club’s strategy is to hold off on making any major financial commitments in the striker position until 2026, when Robert Lewandowski’s contract will come to an end. This timing would also align with the club’s financial restructuring plans, allowing them to free up salary space and stay within the boundaries of Financial Fair Play regulations.
According to reports from El Nacional, Barcelona’s long-term vision for the forward line is gradually becoming more defined. Laporta has set his sights on Julián Álvarez as the ideal candidate to eventually lead Barcelona’s attack.
The Argentine striker, currently with Atlético Madrid, has caught Laporta’s attention thanks to his competitive nature, sharp finishing skills, and impressive technical ability. Since arriving from Manchester City last season, Álvarez has made a strong impact in La Liga, quickly adjusting to Spanish football and proving to be a reliable goalscorer.
His style of play and personality are believed to align perfectly with Barcelona’s football philosophy, and at just 24 years old, Álvarez still offers room for development. Laporta envisions him as the perfect long-term successor to Lewandowski, both in terms of his playing profile and leadership qualities within the penalty area.
This plan has been in motion behind the scenes for several months, as Laporta and the club’s sporting directors work to create a competitive team while managing financial limitations..
Although signing a world-class striker remains a priority for the future, Barcelona’s immediate focus will be on strengthening more pressing positions in the squad. Key areas include right-back, center-back, and potentially a new goalkeeper, particularly if Wojciech Szczęsny leaves. For now, Lewandowski will continue leading the attack, with Ferran Torres providing support as the secondary option.
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