Barça's sports management continues working on squad planning for the next season, with the intention of strengthening the attacking front. Both Deco and Laporta are clear that the team led by Hansi Flick needs a reliable forward who can contribute goals at key moments of the campaign. However, the club's delicate financial situation requires being strategic in the transfer market.
Despite the economic difficulties, Barça doesn't rule out the possibility of adding a top-level forward. But the success of any operation will largely depend on managing departures and the opportunities that may arise in the market. Therefore, the Barça board is closely monitoring several players and is already thinking about the future star of the Barça attack.
Barça's Great Desire
According to the latest information circulating around Barça, one of the names Deco likes the most is Alexander Isak, current forward for Newcastle. It's no wonder: his speed, technical ability, and goal-scoring instinct have made him one of the most complete strikers in the Premier League. The Swede would fit perfectly into the blaugrana scheme, providing a different attacking option.
The problem is that Newcastle is not willing to let him go easily. The English club has valued its star at 120M euros, which is an unaffordable figure for Barça in its current situation. However, there is a possibility that could completely change the scenario, and Deco is very aware of it: Newcastle's qualification for European competitions for the next season.
Marked Strategy
If Newcastle fails to qualify for the next Champions League, Isak could push to leave in search of a team that does guarantee playing in the European elite. Aware of the difficulty of the operation, Barça is studying formulas to try to lower the transfer cost. One of the options that Barça's board is considering is including players in the negotiation, something that could interest Newcastle if they need to strengthen other positions.
Meanwhile, FC Barcelona continues to look for alternatives in the market in case the signing of the Swede is not viable. The key will be how Newcastle's season ends and the Catalan club's ability to generate income through player sales. If the circumstances are favorable, Alexander Isak could become Barça's big bet for the next season.