Barcelona make surprise enquiry for 21 G/A La Liga striker
Barcelona make surprise enquiry for 21 G/A La Liga striker Barcelona’s search for life after Robert Lewandowski is becoming increasingly complicated, as the club has decided to widen the list of attacking names. While the biggest dream targets remain players capable of transforming the frontline immediately, Barcelona are also preparing contingency plans in case financial limitations once again make the market difficult to navigate. One of the latest names linked to the Catalan side is Alexander Sørloth from Atletico Madrid.
What’s the story? According to fresh reports from Matteo Moretto (h/t Carpetas FCB ), Barcelona recently asked about the striker’s situation, although the contact never advanced beyond an initial enquiry. Meanwhile, other clubs are also monitoring the Atletico Madrid forward closely.
Everton have been credited with concrete interest, although the player himself is not convinced by that destination for now. Barcelona enquired about Alexander Sørloth. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images) Adding to that, the journalist notes that at this stage, the possibility of a transfer to Barcelona appears unlikely too.
Still, the fact that Sørloth’s name has entered Barcelona’s internal discussions reveals an important detail about the club’s current transfer strategy. Simply put, the sporting department at the club knows signing elite forwards in the current market will not be simple. Barcelona prioritising elite targets Despite the enquiry surrounding Sørloth, who has scored 20 goals and an assist this season, Barcelona remain focused on higher-profile names.
Sørloth is unlikely to sign for Barcelona. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) In that context, the club continue monitoring players such as Julian Alvarez, Joao Pedro and Harry Kane, with a transfer budget of €100 million to strengthen the number 9 position. Among those names, Alvarez remains the favourite because of his versatility, pressing intensity and suitability for Flick’s style of football.