Barcelona recently clinched their 28th La Liga title after securing a 2-0 victory over local rivals Espanyol. This crucial win elevated Barcelona’s points total to 85, keeping them firmly at the summit of the league standings.
Their nearest challengers, Real Madrid, remain on 78 points, seven behind, with just two rounds of matches left to play. As a result, it has become mathematically impossible for any team to surpass Barcelona’s tally this season, confirming them as champions once again.
Meanwhile, significant developments are already underway at the club as president Joan Laporta plans for Barcelona’s future. According to reports from Spanish outlet El Nacional, one of Laporta’s primary transfer ambitions is to bring in Swedish striker Alexander Isak.
The Barcelona president views Isak as the ideal long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski and has expressed a strong desire to see him lead the team’s attacking line in the coming years.
Laporta believes Isak’s playing style, versatility, and consistent goal-scoring ability make him a perfect fit for Barcelona’s system.
While acknowledging that securing Isak’s signature during the upcoming transfer window would be difficult due to financial constraints and Newcastle United’s reluctance to sell, Laporta has already outlined a long-term strategy. The plan revolves around the 2026 season, by which time the club hopes to have improved its financial situation.
Additionally, Robert Lewandowski is expected to depart or wind down his career by then, potentially opening up both a slot in the squad and significant room in the wage structure.
Joan Laporta has instructed sporting director Deco to prioritize laying the groundwork for a potential future deal. The Barcelona management team is eager to begin early negotiations and maintain close communication with the player’s representatives, ensuring the club remains in a strong position should the opportunity to sign Isak arise.
The club also sees Isak’s youth, versatility across forward positions, and strong performances in the Premier League as key reasons to pursue his services.
However, Barcelona faces challenges, especially considering Newcastle’s financial strength and unwillingness to part ways with one of their prized assets in the immediate future. For now, Barcelona’s best course of action is to patiently plan for a transfer when circumstances become more favorable, keeping Isak high on their wishlist as a potential future star at Camp Nou.
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