"Club sources say president Joan Laporta is "still dreaming" of pulling off a deal for Atlético Madrid's Álvarez, who he sees as the ideal signing, but that sporting director Deco is assessing lower cost options. Any deal for Álvarez is likely to be complicated, with Atlético expected to ask for significantly more than €100 million ($118m) for the forward, while there could also be competition for his signature from other big European clubs."
"Barcelona are intensifying their search for a striker to replace Robert Lewandowksi this summer, with Julián Álvarez and Dusan Vlahovic among the targets, various sources have told ESPN. Lewandowski, 37, is out of contract in June and while no decision has yet been made on his future beyond then, Barça have started to plan for life after the Poland international."
Barcelona are intensifying their search for a striker to replace Robert Lewandowski ahead of the summer. Lewandowski, 37, is out of contract in June and the club is preparing for life after him. President Joan Laporta prioritizes Julián Álvarez as the ideal signing, but sporting director Deco is evaluating lower-cost alternatives. Atlético Madrid could demand significantly more than €100 million for Álvarez, and other major clubs including Arsenal are also interested. Deco is considering Dusan Vlahovic, who will be out of contract in June and has been tracked previously; Vlahovic is currently sidelined with a groin injury but has contributed goals and assists this season.
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