Barcelona decides against signing Luis Suárez from Sporting CP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 2:20 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Barcelona will not proceed with a transfer for Colombian forward Luis Suárez from Sporting CP, as the club deems his €80 million release clause too steep. This decision comes amid ongoing efforts to strengthen the team's attacking options after failing to secure Julián Alvarez from Atlético Madrid. Suárez, who scored 38 goals last season, had attracted interest from Barcelona's leadership, but reports indicate he will remain at Sporting CP. Barcelona's management aims to explore other options moving forward.
- •Barcelona opts not to activate Suárez's release clause.
- •The forward was linked to Barcelona after scoring 38 goals last season.
- •Barcelona previously sought Julián Alvarez but faced obstacles.
- •Luis Suárez expected to stay with Sporting CP following the decision.
- •The club continues to pursue centre-forward reinforcements.
- 2:20 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona make final Luis Suárez transfer call
"The brass at La Liga giants Barcelona have made the call not to move ahead with a potential deal for Sporting CP star Luis Suárez. This comes amid the understanding that the Colombian has been deemed...
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