Barcelona denies interest in Sporting CP's Luis Suárez amid forward search
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 10:00 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026
Barcelona has categorically denied any interest in Luis Suárez of Sporting CP. This comes as the La Liga champions are looking for reinforcements at center-forward, following unsuccessful attempts to acquire Julián Alvarez from Atlético Madrid. Reports had linked Suárez to Barcelona after his impressive 38-goal season in Portugal, but the club remains focused on pursuing Alvarez. The denial was reported by Mundo Deportivo, emphasizing that Barcelona's commitment lies with Alvarez.
- •Barcelona denies interest in Luis Suárez of Sporting CP.
- •The club is in search of center-forward reinforcements.
- •Barcelona's primary focus remains on Julián Alvarez.
- •Suárez scored 38 goals last season in Portugal.
- •Mundo Deportivo reported the club’s denial.
- 10:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona respond to Luis Suárez links
"La Liga champions Barcelona have moved to categorically deny any and all interest in the signature of Sporting CP star Luis Suárez. This of course comes on a day in which the Colombian has dominated ...
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