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Barcelona's president, Joan Laporta, has once again raised the possibility of signing Erling Haaland in the summer of 2026, according to El Nacional.

The decision is linked to the departure of Robert Lewandowski, whose contract expires in June and will not be renewed. The club sees it as essential to secure a top-class replacement in the center forward position.

Lewandowski's Exit Forces Future Planning

Polish forward Lewandowski remains crucial, as shown by his brace against Valencia, but at 37 years old and with recent injuries, it's clear he won't be able to sustain a regular starting role. The board assumes he will head to Saudi Arabia, creating a void in the Blaugrana's attack.

Hans-Dieter Flick has relied on Ferran Torres as an option, and the Valencian has delivered goals and impressive performances. However, there are doubts within the club about his ability to assume long-term offensive leadership.

Therefore, the technical department is exploring options, including Julián Álvarez, currently at Atlético Madrid. But Laporta's ultimate desire is Erling Haaland, seen as the ideal heir to fill Lewandowski's void.

Haaland, Joan Laporta's Obsession

Since joining Manchester City, Haaland has established himself as one of Europe's most feared strikers. In the Premier League, he has already surpassed 60 goals in just two seasons, figures that place him as a goal-scoring phenomenon akin to Messi and Cristiano in their prime.

Laporta has been following the Norwegian for years and has previously attempted approaches. However, Barça's financial constraints and City's competition thwarted any possibility. Now, with a revamped project and a more stable economy, the Barça president believes the deal is achievable.

Factors Bringing Haaland Closer to Barcelona

One factor fueling Laporta's optimism is the Manchester City's irregular situation. If this season's results disappoint and the English club misses out on the Champions League, Haaland's camp might reconsider his future.

In England, there's talk that the player could request a transfer if he's unhappy with Guardiola's project. This could lead to negotiations where Barcelona would have to compete with giants like Real Madrid or PSG.

The signing of Erling Haaland would entail a multimillion-euro investment, potentially exceeding 150 million euros between transfer fee and salary. Nevertheless, Laporta believes the sporting and media impact would outweigh the cost.

With a 26-year-old player in his footballing prime, Barça would secure the best forward of the coming decade. Furthermore, his arrival would align with the growth of young talents like Lamine Yamal or Pedri, forming an elite trio to dominate Europe.

The gamble is risky, but Laporta sticks to his belief: to return Barcelona to the summit, securing the signing of Erling Haaland is a must.

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