Barcelona searches for striker alternative after Nunez hurdles emerge

Barcelona's pursuit of a new striker has shifted focus as Darwin Nunez is now considered off the table. Complications arise from Nunez's tax residence in Saudi Arabia, making a transfer to Spain difficult. Following reports of Nunez's potential as an alternative to Julian Alvarez, Barcelona aims to bolster their forward line before the transfer window closes. With Alvarez as their primary target, successful negotiations are not guaranteed, prompting the club to explore other options. Nunez recently returned to training at Al-Hilal, where he faces challenges due to foreign-player registration rules affecting his participation.

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