The transfer market could see one last move at FC Barcelona if a key sale takes place. The possible departure of Robert Lewandowski to Saudi soccer has triggered a scenario that seemed ruled out. Joan Laporta already warned that no more signings were desired, but everything can change within days.
The idea at Can Barça is clear: no additional signings will be made unless there are unexpected departures of starters. That would be exactly the case if the Polish striker decides to accept the lucrative offer that has come from the Middle East. Saudi Arabia is pushing hard and the contacts with the "9"'s camp have been real and confirmed.
In this context, the technical department led by Deco is already studying low-cost alternatives with quick adaptation. The goal would be to find a young profile, with room for growth and previous experience in LaLiga. Barça wants to avoid a long acclimatization process and needs someone who arrives ready to compete from day one.
Chelsea has caused an unexpected domino effect
In England, a Premier club has set off all the alarms with a double operation that has surprised the market. This is Chelsea, which has completed the signing of Joao Pedro for almost €64 million and Liam Delap for more than €35 million. This has caused a surplus of strikers and a possible departure of one of its strikers.
The player in question was a regular starter last year, both with Pochettino and with Enzo Maresca. At just 24 years old, he has experience in two strong leagues and has stood out for his power and verticality. However, he is not willing to take a back seat and is looking for a new destination this summer.
His contractual situation is not simple, but in London they are already listening to offers for him if an interesting proposal arrives. In the player's camp, it is taken for granted that he will leave before the market closes. His name has been linked in recent hours with FC Barcelona by several British and Spanish media outlets.
Barça studies a loan with purchase option
The blaugrana club is not in a position to take on multi-million euro transfers or exorbitant salaries at this time. That's why the idea would be to repeat a Rashford-type operation: initial loan with a non-mandatory purchase option. This would buy time, reduce risk, and the player could adapt calmly.
Another key aspect of the move is that this striker already knows LaLiga after his time at Villarreal. His adaptation would be immediate and he would have the chance to learn for a few months alongside Lewandowski. The idea of signing him is not out of urgent need, but as a future opportunity with room for development.
Moreover, he fits perfectly with the style Hansi Flick is looking for: speed, aggressiveness, and the ability to break into space. The German coach has not directly requested his signing, but has approved his profile. If Lewandowski leaves, it will be essential to reinforce that position, and this striker is the clear favorite.
The striker who could arrive at FC Barcelona if Lewandowski heads to Arabia is Nico Jackson. The former Villarreal player is not in Chelsea's plans after the recent signings and is looking for a way out. His name has already been put on Deco's table as a serious and realistic option for this summer.