The 2 candidates of Laporta and Deco to replace Lewandowski

The Polish forward will leave Barcelona in the summer, and the club wants to sign a top-level replacement.

Javier Parra Peña | 28 Jan 2026 | 01.00
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The 2 candidates of Laporta and Deco to replace Lewandowski.
The 2 candidates of Laporta and Deco to replace Lewandowski.

The current football scenario at Barcelona suggests an imminent transition at the forefront due to the veteran status of their Polish offensive leader. With Robert Lewandowski's contract close to expiration, the technical direction is seriously evaluating the addition of Julián Álvarez or Dusan Vlahovic to lead the project.

This pursuit of a new striker is in response to the need to ensure long-term goals in a squad that Hansi Flick aims to keep competitive. The Catalan board acknowledges that, despite the excellent performance of the current forward, sports planning demands effective anticipation of generational changes.

Barcelona Prioritizes the Arrival of Julián Álvarez

Barcelona has the Argentine forward from Atlético de Madrid as their top strategic choice to reinforce the frontline during the upcoming summer transfer window. Joan Laporta sees the world champion as the ideal profile due to his mobility, suffocating pressure, and ability to link up with the wingers.

Although the cost of the operation would exceed one hundred million euros by far, the interest in Julián Álvarez remains strong at the Culés' offices. However, English competition led by Arsenal and the length of the Cordoban's contract seriously complicate the financial maneuvering margin.

Deco, as sporting director, understands that the club must be cautious with triple-digit investments to not jeopardize the recovered economic stability. Hence, while monitoring the situation of the South American star, the scouting team keeps other negotiation channels open with proven alternatives.

Julián Álvarez

Dusan Vlahovic's Alternative for Barcelona's Attack

Barcelona's technical secretariat keeps an eye on the contractual situation of the Juventus forward in Italy. The Serbian international emerges as an unparalleled market opportunity, as he could become a free agent in June and join without a transfer fee.

Dusan Vlahovic offers a more classic area striker profile, similar in physical presence to Hansi Flick's current number nine. His goal-scoring records in Serie A endorse an upward trajectory that would fit perfectly into the offensive philosophy of the Camp Nou team.

Despite some recent physical issues, the Balkan's potential remains intact and represents the most solid plan B for the entity. The Catalan club already attempted his signing in the past, and now circumstances seem to align for a much more ambitious second attempt.

A New Number Nine for the City of Barcelona

Barcelona's sporting direction knows that the final decision will depend on the balance between the president's desire and the club's financial viability. Securing a world-class striker is the missing piece to fully consolidate the ambitious sporting project recently initiated.

Either of the two names would provide an undeniable qualitative leap to face European competitions with the maximum guarantees of success against rivals. The club meticulously analyzes each technical report before making the definitive move that will define the future of their main attacking line.

The succession of Robert Lewandowski will mark a turning point in Barcelona's structure, seeking to ensure goal efficiency for the decade. Whether through the investment in Julián Álvarez or the shrewdness of signing Dusan Vlahovic on a free transfer, the ultimate goal is to maintain excellence.

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