In the midst of the January transfer market, Barça is aware that Robert Lewandowski can't play every game. Although the Polish player started the season in great form, with an impressive goal-scoring performance, his level has declined in recent weeks.
The demanding schedule and the wingere load of matches, combined with his age, have made it impossible for Lewandowski to maintain the intensity of his play throughout the entire season. This has caused concern within the club, which knows that the forward can't be the only one consistently providing goals. In this regard, the lack of a reliable substitute in his position is a significant problem that Barça needs to address in the coming months.
Barça Needs a Forward and is Racing against the Transfer Market Clock
This situation has led the club to prioritize the acquisition of a forward in this winter market. With the aim of easing the burden on Lewandowski and offering attacking alternatives, Barça is focused on signing a striker who can compete for the starting position.
With only ten days left until its conclusion, the need to strengthen the forward line is clear, as the team can't rely solely on Robert Lewandowski. Therefore, signing a forward has become one of Barça's main priorities in this market.
The Player Closest to Joining Barça
In this regard, the player who seems closest to becoming a reinforcement for Barcelona is Marcus Rashford. The Manchester United forward, who has been one of the standout players in the Premier League for some time, is an option that convinces both Flick and Deco.
Although Rashford is not at his best, there is still confidence in him. Moreover, despite having always played as a winger, according to El Nacional.cat, the club's idea is that his arrival would primarily be to play as a center forward. This addition would allow Barça to have greater rotation in attack and increased competitiveness within its team.
His Arrival Depends on a Departure
However, for Marcus Rashford's arrival to become a reality, Barcelona must free up spots in the team. In this regard, the most likely candidates to leave are Ansu Fati and Eric García. Ansu, who hasn't managed to regain his best form after various injuries, has lost prominence in the first team and Barça is looking to transfer him.
Meanwhile, Eric García could also be loaned or sold, which would open up the necessary space for a new signing. Therefore, these moves are essential for Barça to be able to make Rashford's acquisition without compromising its financial and sporting balance.