FC Barcelona are already planning out their switch window operations for the summer season of 2026, and a brand new striker appears to be on the prime of the agenda.
In spite of everything, Robert Lewandowski shall be out of contract on the finish of the season, and a renewal could be unlikely, though any determination over his future shall be made at a a lot later stage.
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Barcelona will go for an ‘necessary’ striker
Amidst the speculations about Barcelona going large for a brand new centre-forward in the summertime, Fabrizio Romano (h/t ) has come ahead with an replace.
As per the Italian switch skilled, Barça will certainly goal the signing of an ‘necessary’ striker in the summertime of 2026.
Studies beforehand have prompt that Joan Laporta has made Atletico Madrid and Argentine ahead .
Clarifying on that, Romano famous that Alvarez is certainly extremely appreciated at Barcelona, which is just ‘regular’ contemplating his high quality and confirmed pedigree.
Barcelona are large admirers of Julian Alvarez. (Picture by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Pictures)
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Nonetheless, solely time will inform whether or not this appreciation for the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner turns into one thing extra concrete come 2026.
In spite of everything, Atletico Madrid have Alvarez tied right down to a long-term contract and haven’t any want for a sale. Given that he’s a central piece of their new undertaking, the Rojiblancos will doubtless demand an outrageous sum if Barça do make an method.
What has Alvarez stated?
As for Alvarez, the striker was just lately requested concerning the rumours linking him to Barcelona, which he downplayed, stating that he’s absolutely targeted on Atletico Madrid and never listening to media speculations.
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“I’m very calm. There’s at all times discuss, however the fact is that the season is simply beginning now. My focus is on bettering day by day, win for Atletico,” .
“That’s the one factor on my thoughts… social media tales are past me.”