According to reports in Spain, Robert Lewandowski will not be offered a contract extension by Barcelona when his current deal expires in June 2026. The Polish striker’s succession is now a central topic within the Catalan club’s transfer strategy. With that in mind, here are three profiles—each with a different situation—being considered by Barcelona ahead of the summer window.
Barcelona attacker Ferran Torres on March 27, 2025
Sport reports that Ferran Torres is Barcelona’s number one option to take over the number 9 role once Lewandowski departs. Initially signed in the summer of 2022 to play on the wing, the Spain international has been deployed centrally in recent weeks due to Lewandowski’s absence with a thigh injury.
The results have been promising, with the former Manchester City forward scoring two goals in three La Liga matches. From Barcelona’s perspective, placing trust in Ferran Torres would avoid the need for a major investment—although the 25-year-old, under contract until June 2027, is unlikely to be the marquee name fans are expecting to lead the line after Lewandowski.
Dusan Vlahovic: A potential free deal for Barça?
Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic on October 20, 2024
Dusan Vlahovic was linked with a move away from Juventus during the summer, as the Italian club looked to reduce their wage bill—his salary is reported at €12m (£10.3m) per season. However, the Serbian striker stayed put and has impressed at the start of the campaign, scoring twice in his first two Serie A matches.
Vlahovic is on Barcelona’s radar as a potential replacement for Lewandowski and is under contract until June 2026. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus are now considering a contract extension to avoid losing him for free. Barcelona, however, will be hoping no such agreement is reached.
Should he become a free agent, Vlahovic could be a feasible target. Otherwise, a move would be financially complicated, given his current market value is estimated at around €35m (£30.1m), despite his contract situation.
Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez celebrates scoring against Real Madrid on February 8, 2025
Julian Alvarez’s situation at Atletico Madrid remains unclear, despite reports of a potential extension beyond his current deal, which runs until 2030. The Argentine forward is said to be having doubts about his future at the club, which has caught the attention of Barcelona.
However, the major obstacle for the Catalan giants is the transfer fee. Signed from Manchester City for €75m (£64.5m), Alvarez is now valued at €100m (£86m). At present, this makes a deal almost impossible for Barcelona, even if the World Cup winner is arguably the most attractive option on their shortlist.
This article was originally published on Top Mercato.
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