FC Barcelona keeps working on strengthening its squad for the upcoming season. Deco is clear about his transfer plan and has set his sights on one of the brightest gems in European soccer. The culé project needs fresh air in attack, and everything suggests that a young French star could make the leap to Camp Nou.
The name is well-liked in the offices and, most importantly, has the approval of the new blaugrana leader. "If he arrives, he'll help us a lot," has been the internal message conveyed by Lamine Yamal, who has become the authorized voice of the culé locker room.
The problem lies in the outgoing market; Barça needs to free up salary space and raise funds before taking the final step. Ferran Torres, who was one of those singled out, has closed the door on a possible departure. "My future is here," the Valencian forward recently repeated.
Deco speeds up a strategic signing for Barça
The Portuguese sporting director has been working on this operation for weeks. The priority is to bring in an striker with dribbling skills, youth, and potential. Deco's bet is none other than Désiré Doué, the PSG jewel and one of the most closely followed footballers in Ligue 1.
Doué has already informed his inner circle of his desire to wear the blaugrana jersey. "I want to play for Barça," the 19-year-old attacking midfielder reportedly stated, according to sources close to the French locker room. His style fits with the culé play style and with the need to rejuvenate the attacking front.
The main obstacle isn't convincing the player, but balancing the books. LaLiga's pressure with Financial Fair Play forces sales before closing the signing. That's where a problem arises, since several of the culé strikers aren't considering leaving.
Lamine Yamal's gesture changes the roadmap
Lamine Yamal's gesturetoward Doué's possible arrival has given the operation momentum. The young winger believes the Frenchman can complement him and bring imbalance to the attack. That chemistry could be key for Deco to prioritize this move over other options.
Meanwhile, Luis Enrique remains in the background. The Asturian coach, current PSG manager, wants to keep Désiré Doué at all costs. However, the player's will and Barça's drive seem decisive.
The market is just getting started, but the contest between the two major clubs is already underway. If the club manages to free up an striker, Doué could become one of the biggest signings of the culé summer. The fans are already dreaming of seeing him alongside Lamine Yamal, in a duo destined to make history at Camp Nou.