Barcelona considers Lautaro, Gyokeres, and Tresoldi as Alvarez alternatives
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Barcelona continues its search for a striking replacement for Julian Alvarez as the transfer window approaches its close. Lautaro Martinez is reported as the top candidate, while Arsenal's Viktor Gyokeres is said to be actively seeking a move to the club. Additionally, Club Brugge's Nicolo Tresoldi has caught Barcelona's attention and is noted as a strong possibility. Deco is working to solidify a new signing following the stalled efforts to acquire Alvarez from Atletico Madrid.
- •Julian Alvarez transfer attempts from Atletico Madrid are faltering.
- •Lautaro Martinez is Barcelona's primary target to fill the striker role.
- •Viktor Gyokeres is reportedly offering himself to Barcelona.
- •Nicolo Tresoldi is highly regarded by Barcelona's management.
- •Deco is focused on finalizing a striker before the transfer window closes.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Lautauro is top choice, Viktor Gyokeres ‘offers himself’ to Barcelona and Nicolo Tresoli ‘very much liked’ as Julian Alvarez alternative
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