Barcelona make 70m-rated Chelsea forward as the new No. 1 target; contact player's camp | Barca Universal

"Barcelona intend to sign a top-quality striker in the summer transfer window, with Robert Lewandowski expected to be on his way out. However, the Blaugrana have slowly come to realise the complications involved in the pursuit of the 26-year-old striker, who is also being pursued by Paris Saint-Germain."

"PSG are prepared to offer more than €100 million for the Atletico Madrid striker, surpassing what Barcelona are realistically able to spend. At the same time, Los Rojiblancos would rather avoid strengthening a direct La Liga rival and would prefer to sell the striker abroad instead."

"Because of that, Joao Pedro has quickly emerged as the leading alternative. Deco is said to be fully convinced by the Brazilian attacker's profile and believes he fits perfectly into the type of striker Barcelona need moving forward. Barcelona's current efforts are now focused on trying to secure Joao Pedro's signature."

"The Brazilian striker would cost around €70 million, making him considerably cheaper than Alvarez. Barça have already made contact with the player's representatives and believe the operation is feasible. Joao Pedro is interested in the project and could push for a move himself, especially if Chelsea fail to qualify for European competition next season."

Barcelona plan to sign a top-quality striker in the summer, with Robert Lewandowski expected to leave. Pursuing Julian Alvarez has become difficult because Paris Saint-Germain is prepared to offer more than €100 million, exceeding Barcelona’s realistic spending. Atletico Madrid also prefer not to strengthen a direct La Liga rival and would rather sell abroad. Joao Pedro has emerged as the leading alternative on Deco’s shortlist. Barcelona believe his profile fits their needs and have made contact with his representatives. The expected cost is around €70 million, and the move is viewed as feasible. Joao Pedro is interested and could push for a transfer, especially if Chelsea miss European qualification.

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