Barcelona seeks striker options as season approaches withoutkey signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:11 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Barcelona continues its search for a striker at the request of coach Hansi Flick, who is looking to replace Robert Lewandowski. Main targets Julián Álvarez, João Pedro, and Junior Kroupi are reportedly out of reach. Flick has discussed potential roles for current players, including Lamine Yamal, Anthony Gordon, and Karim Adeyemi, to fill the void in the false nine position. The effectiveness of these options in high-stakes situations remains a point of contention. The club aims for a competitive season in La Liga and potential Champions League success without securing a new striker.
- •Hansi Flick seeks to replace Robert Lewandowski after his departure.
- •Julián Álvarez and other main targets are unavailable.
- •Flick considers using players like Lamine Yamal as a false nine.
- •Current squad depth may allow Barcelona to compete effectively.
- •The team aims for a strong season despite striker uncertainty.
- 3:11 PMYahoo Sports — Can Barcelona still have a great season without signing a striker?
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