Coach Hansi Flick is still targeting a striker as Barcelona works to finalize departures to shape the squad.
The final stretch of the transfer window promises to be busy for Barcelona. Despite four confirmed signings, coach Hansi Flick is still looking to strengthen the attack with the arrival of a striker.
Concurrently, the board is working to determine the future of several players, aiming to optimize the squad for the season.
The 5-0 rout against Elche in the Spanish League opener demonstrated the team’s offensive potential, but the search for a number 9 remains a priority.
Search for a Number 9 Continues After Lewandowski’s Departure
According to reports from the Spanish newspaper Marca, the signing of a striker with center-forward characteristics is considered crucial by Flick.
The need has intensified following Robert Lewandowski‘s departure, which left a void in the position.
Although the squad has other attacking options, such as Karim Adeyemi and Anthony Gordon, both signed this window and already showing good performance, neither primarily operates as a target man in the box.
Other players like Raphinha and Fermín López, who each scored two goals in the opener, also play in different attacking roles but do not fit the desired number 9 profile.
Julián Álvarez Was a Target, But Negotiations Proved Complex
The search for a new striker has been ongoing since the start of the transfer period.
Julián Álvarez was one of the board’s main targets, but negotiations with Atlético de Madrid proved complicated due to the asking price.
With the window drawing to a close, Flick awaits the arrival of a specific reinforcement to complete his offensive system.
Barcelona Also Plans Player Departures
In addition to potential signings, Barcelona is also actively working to negotiate players who may leave the club.
Midfielder Marc Casadó, with limited opportunities, has an uncertain future and has attracted interest from European clubs such as Milan, Benfica, and Nottingham Forest.
The Catalan club expects to receive around 30 million euros (approximately R$ 190 million) for his transfer.
Another name under discussion is full-back Alejandro Balde, who has received inquiries and will need to decide between staying to compete for a spot or seeking a new team.
The signings of Rodri, Adeyemi, Gordon, and João Cancelo have been registered, ensuring that part of the squad is already eligible for the season.
With arrivals and departures being finalized, Barcelona is focusing on the final days of the window to complete Hansi Flick‘s planning.
The search for a striker and the resolution of pending issues for players who may leave the club are the main priorities until the transfer market closes, aiming to strengthen the team for the upcoming competitions.
M360 Team
