Barça is clear that the upcoming summer transfer market will be very important, and one of the club's main objectives is the acquisition of a center forward. After several years of economic limitations due to Fair Play, the club now sees an opportunity to make a significant investment.
The contract with Nike, which provides more than 100 million euros (approximately 110 million dollars) annually, has been key to improving the club's finances. Meanwhile, the return to normalcy regarding Fair Play restrictions will allow Laporta's management to make significant moves in the market. The idea is to make a statement in the next market with the arrival of a world-class forward who can lead the attack for the coming years.
Erling Haaland disappears from the list and two others appear
Barça wants to sign a great center forward. However, despite its economic capacity, Barça has encountered an unexpected obstacle: the club's goal was to sign Haaland. However, the forward has recently renewed his contract with City until 2034, making his signing unfeasible in the short term.
With Haaland out of the equation, Barcelona has started looking at other forwards who can bring the level to the attack, and the favorites are Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres. It is estimated that both would cost more than 100 million euros (approximately 110 million dollars), which would imply a considerable investment. Despite this high cost, both Isak and Gyökeres are seen as players capable of elevating the team's level.
Robert Lewandowski has communicated his final decision
However, the possible arrival of a forward of this caliber largely depends on what Robert Lewandowski does in the future. The Pole has been the leader of Barça's attack since his arrival, but with his current age, the club knows it will need a long-term successor. According to 'El Nacional.cat', Lewandowski has communicated to Laporta that he intends to stay at Barça for at least one more season, complicating the signing of a forward.
With Lewandowski in the team, Barça's priority could change, and instead of a world-class forward, the club might opt for a more wing-oriented player. If Lewandowski remains at the club, Barça will have to make a strategic decision, as a signing like Isak or Gyökeres could affect the team's dynamics. In any case, Lewandowski's situation will be key to determining the direction of Barça's summer signings.