Barcelona considers Nicolo Tresoldi as No. 9 option after Alvarez collapse
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

FC Barcelona is exploring alternatives for the No. 9 position, with Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi emerging as a key target. The club's interest follows the failed pursuit of Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid, whose CEO has ruled out a transfer. Tresoldi, a 21-year-old German U21 international, has made a strong impression since moving to Brugge, scoring 23 goals last season and three in the current campaign. Barcelona faces a challenging negotiation, as Club Brugge is demanding over €40 million for the player, who has a long-term contract until 2039.
- •Barcelona admires Nicolo Tresoldi for the No. 9 role.
- •Alvarez's transfer pursuit has been ruled out by Atletico Madrid.
- •Tresoldi scored 23 goals and provided 9 assists last season.
- •Club Brugge rejected a significant offer from AS Roma.
- •Barcelona aims to negotiate a transfer despite the high fee.
- 6:45 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona greatly admire 21-year-old German striker as potential Julian Alvarez alternative
"According to journalist Victor Navarro of COPE, FC Barcelona have identified Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi as an option for the No. 9 position, with the German U21 international is “very, very...
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