Barcelona struggles to find striker alternatives as transfer window closes

Barcelona is experiencing difficulties in securing a new striker with the summer transfer window approaching its end. Sporting director Deco is focused on acquiring Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez, but negotiations have become challenging. Meanwhile, they have lost out on several targets, including Joao Pedro, who is set to renew his contract with Chelsea, and Eli Junior Kroupi, who is sidelined due to injury. Other potential signings like Fisnik Asllani and Jhon Duran have also committed to different clubs. Despite these setbacks, Barcelona remains hopeful about Alvarez but is cautious about making rushed decisions.

• 9:15 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona running out of striker alternatives in the transfer market