Barcelona has already contacted Lewandowski's 'heir'

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23/05/26 21:00:00

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The name of Dusan Vlahovic is emerging strongly as an alternative to reinforce the attack of FC Barcelona in the upcoming summer transfer market. The Serbian goal scorer, under contract with Juventus until 30th June, has decided to leave with a free transfer and is on Barcelona's radar to replace the veteran Robert Lewandowski.

Deco discreetly sounding out Vlahovic

Since August, Barcelona's sporting director, Deco, has been in contact with Vlahovic's agent, Darko Ristic, to assess his situation, as reported by Tuttosport. Currently, there is no formal offer, but the interest remains. The advantage for the Catalan club is financial: Vlahovic would arrive for free, without a transfer fee. Barcelona, facing financial constraints, sees him as a viable option if his salary demands are manageable.

Juventus' balance and the figures behind the transfer

Vlahovic arrived in Turin at just 21 years old in one of Serie A's most expensive signings: Juventus paid around 75 million euros for him. Despite not consistently shining, he has never scored less than ten goals per season in every campaign with the Bianconeri.
However, in 2024, he clashed with the Juventus board when they informed him they wouldn't renew his contract and he was transfer-listed. With that decision made, the striker rejected further transfer negotiations, despite offers from the Premier League that he and his entourage turned down.
According to Tuttosport, Bayern inquired but failed to convince Vlahovic's divided camp, as he prioritizes starting and rules out being a substitute.

Can Vlahovic assume Lewandowski's role at Barcelona?

At 26 years old, Vlahovic fits the profile of a center-forward: strong in the air, a good finisher, and with international experience. This type of striker resembles the style that Lewandowski embodied during his time at Camp Nou.
It's not the first time the Serbian's name has been linked to Barcelona. During Xavi Hernandez's era, he was already being considered a future option for Barça's attacking line.

However, one question remains: his wage demands. In a free transfer, it's logical that he would demand a high salary. This additional cost could unsettle Barcelona if his demands exceed what the club can afford.

Vlahovic, ambition and expectations

In recent months, Vlahovic's relationship with Juventus has been tense. The forward decided to leave when his non-renewal was officially announced.
Interest has been shown from the English, German, and Spanish leagues: Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United have made inquiries, but the Serbian has always vetoed those options, prioritizing a free transfer. The Bavarian path with Bayern is mentioned in the media, but not as the primary choice due to the lack of a guaranteed starting role. Bavarian Football Works even suggests that the Bavarian option "is not reciprocal for now."

Risks, advantages, and the timing of the operation

The major risk lies in the financial aspect: if his salary demands are high, Barcelona may not be able to meet them. Additionally, there is competition: Real Madrid and English clubs are monitoring him. Vlahovic isn't a long-term project; he represents an immediate step up in requirements.
The advantage is clear: zero cost for the transfer. His profile is that of a pure number nine, capable of assuming what Lewandowski may no longer guarantee due to age.

Despite no record-breaking offers being discussed publicly, the scenario suggests that Deco has already initiated dialogue with Vlahovic. Barcelona will maintain interest while evaluating the conditions. In the summer moves, Dusan Vlahovic could be the bold choice to take on the responsibility left by Lewandowski.

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