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Barcelona seeks new striker as transfer deadline approaches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:45 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Barcelona seeks new striker as transfer deadline approaches

Summary

Barcelona aims to secure a new number nine before the transfer deadline. With Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres leaving, the club's only current forward is young Hamza Abdelkarim. Julian Alvarez remains the primary target, but negotiations with Atletico Madrid are difficult. Barcelona is also exploring alternatives, including Lautaro Martinez, who Inter Milan is reluctant to sell unless for €100 million, and Nicolo Tresoldi, available for €25 million but lacking experience. The club has ten days to finalize a deal.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona is in a rush to find a new striker.
•Current forward is Hamza Abdelkarim, a young talent.
•Julian Alvarez is the main target but negotiations are stalled.
•Alternatives include Lautaro Martinez and Nicolo Tresoldi.
•Time is limited, with ten days remaining before the deadline.

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What they're saying

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Barcelona are in a race against time to sign a new number nine this summer, and as deadline day nears, their chances of completing a big signing begin to dim.It has indeed been the club’s priority s...
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