Barcelona keeps designing its roadmap for the next season and, in that sense, the blaugrana sports management has decided to modify some of the objectives they are pursuing. The name of Marcus Rashford, which had been strongly mentioned a few months ago, seems to be relegated to the background due to the economic difficulty his signing would entail. Instead, a new profile has gained weight in the offices of Camp Nou: Ademola Lookman, current forward for Atalanta.
The Nigerian striker, 26 years old, is completing a more than outstanding season in Italy's Serie A and has also excelled in the UEFA Europa League. His performance has sparked the interest of several giants on the continent, and Barça doesn't want to be left behind. According to sources close to the culé board, Joan Laporta fully approves the operation if certain conditions are met in the current squad.
Especially with the possible departure of players like Ansu Fati or Pau Víctor, who are not in the immediate future plans. Lookman has caught the attention of the Catalan club for his imbalance, speed, and ability to play both on the wing and in the center. This versatility is highly valued by the coaching staff led by Hansi Flick, who has already given the green light to explore his incorporation.
The key is Financial Fair Play
The player trained at Everton has shown tactical maturity and adaptability in different contexts. He possesses different qualities that make him fit the profile Barça is looking for to strengthen its offensive area. The main obstacle, as is often the case with the blaugrana club, will be the economic aspect.
FC Barcelona's financial situation remains delicate, so any major operation must be accompanied by strategic departures or loans. In this context, the club trusts it can close sales that free up salary mass and create room within LaLiga's Financial Fair Play. If any of these departures are finalized, Lookman's signing would gain strength and priority in the market.
Lookman wants to go to Barcelona
The player's entourage has already been contacted by Barça intermediaries to know his willingness, and the response has been positive. Ademola Lookman would view a competitive leap to a club like FC Barcelona favorably, especially if the project to give prominence to young and offensive players is kept. Although there is no formal offer yet, the blaugrana machinery is already in motion.
On a sporting level, the signing would make a lot of sense. Lookman would bring dribbling, depth, and goals to a forward line that has been inconsistent during this campaign. His profile would fit perfectly with figures like Lamine Yamal or Ferran Torres, offering new offensive options to a Barça that needs to strengthen its attack.
The excellent season of the Nigerian with Atalanta has raised his market value, but from Camp Nou, they believe that his transfer can still be negotiated. The Italian club would be willing to listen to offers if they exceed 30 million euros. However, there could be flexibility if a player is included in the operation or if Barça includes performance clauses.