Europa Press, E-Noticies In Argentina, they take it for granted: if Joan Laporta wants him, he'll play for Barça, he's very good.
Barça's president is already analyzing how to strengthen the attack, and an Argentine has emerged as the great market opportunity
Joan Laporta keeps his plan to strengthen Barça season after season firm. The president understands that the club can't relax in a context of maximum demand. With increasingly powerful rivals, Barça is forced to react intelligently.
Joan Laporta knows that he must take care of both La Masia and the transfer market. His idea is to never lose the competitive edge. That's why the president is already studying new signings that would raise the squad's level.
The need for a new striker in the Catalan 11
The situation of Robert Lewandowski will shape the summer transfer window. Everything suggests that the Polish player will end his time at Barça at the end of the season. In that scenario, Hansi Flick would be left with only Ferran Torres as a pure attacking option.
Given this outlook, Joan Laporta is seriously considering bringing in a reliable "number 9." The club needs a player with scoring ability, mobility, and authority. The name that has emerged strongly is Julián Álvarez.
Julián Álvarez, between doubts and regret
The Argentine striker left Manchester City to join Atlético de Madrid. However, the adventure isn't going as he expected. The sporting feelings are negative and his relationship with Simeone deteriorates every week.
The disagreements over substitutions and the lack of prominence have taken a toll on Julián Álvarez. On several occasions, his gestures on the bench have shown frustration. That situation has sparked rumors about regret over signing for Atlético.
From Barça's perspective, a unique opportunity
For Barça, the option of Julián Álvarez would be a top-level reinforcement. The striker combines mobility, scoring ability, and international experience. His arrival would allow Flick to have a modern center forward capable of adapting to different systems.
Moreover, in Argentina, the debate about his future has been reignited. Hugo Varas, Julián's first coach, has stated that "he isn't at Barça because Laporta didn't put up the money, but he would go, he's always been a Barça fan." A confession that adds more weight to the possibility.
The idea of wearing the Barça jersey has never left the striker's mind. His emotional connection with Barça and Laporta's intention to strengthen the attack make the operation realistic. The next summer transfer window could bring one of the biggest moves of the market.
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