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The name of Dusan Vlahovic is making waves in the offices of FC Barcelona after confirming that Robert Lewandowski will not continue once his contract ends. The Catalan club needs a striker who can guarantee the goals of the Polish player and has identified the Serbian from Juventus Turin as their main target.
Barça's Plan for Next Summer
Lewandowski's departure leaves a huge gap in Barcelona's forward line. FC Barcelona is exploring alternatives, and all signs point to Dusan Vlahovic as the key piece to strengthen the attack.
The Catalan club sees his signing as viable since the Serbian's contract with Juventus Turin expires next summer, allowing him to arrive at Camp Nou for free, a significant economic advantage for the club.
However, it's not a done deal yet. In Italy, it is claimed that Juventus aims to avoid losing him for nothing and would be willing to negotiate for a reduced fee before letting him leave for free. This possibility creates a scenario where Barça could outmaneuver other suitors, securing a top-level striker at a minimal transfer cost.
Contract, Salary, and Economic Dilemma
The economic aspect is the main obstacle to finalizing Dusan Vlahovic's signing. He currently earns around 12 million euros per season at Juventus Turin, a figure well above FC Barcelona's salary limits.
The Barcelona board will need to carefully consider how to fit him within the salary cap imposed by La Liga without jeopardizing the club's financial stability.
On his part, the striker is not considering a pay cut, which brings him closer to an exit. Juventus, undergoing internal restructuring, cannot afford another contractual dispute and might give in to a reasonable offer to avoid losing him for free.
The Italian club is considering selling him in the upcoming summer transfer window if a satisfactory renewal is not reached. The pressure from his environment and the lure of an ambitious project like Barça's work in favor of the Catalan team.
What Can Vlahovic Bring to FC Barcelona in La Liga?
Although his recent performance has been inconsistent, Dusan Vlahovic possesses a profile that fits perfectly with Barcelona's offensive philosophy. His physical strength, finishing ability, and awareness in the penalty area make him a classic number nine, something the club needs to stay competitive in La Liga and in Europe.
The Serbian forward combines youth with elite experience, and his adaptation to Spanish football could be swift. At Juventus, he has shown the capacity to influence matches and, at 25 years old, he still has room for growth. For Barça, his signing would be strategic: no transfer fee and an immediate impact in the attacking department, where Lewandowski's departure will leave a challenging void.

Next Steps and Final Scenario
FC Barcelona must act swiftly. If they want to secure Dusan Vlahovic, they need to present a compelling offer before other European clubs enter the bidding.
The deal hinges on striking a balance between the player's desire to increase his salary and the club's economic reality, limited by La Liga's requirements.
For Juventus, the situation is delicate as well: selling him this summer would mean immediate income, while keeping him risks losing him for free at the end of his contract.
In any case, Dusan Vlahovic has become the main protagonist of the market and the number one priority for FC Barcelona for the upcoming season. His arrival could mark the start of a new offensive era at Camp Nou, bringing back the goal-scoring instinct the Catalan club has sorely missed.
The outcome will depend on the player's willingness: to accept the challenge of shining in La Liga or to prolong his adventure in Italy. But one thing is clear, FC Barcelona has already set its sights on Dusan Vlahovic.
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