"FC Barcelona have made it a priority to sign a new striker in the summer transfer window, with Robert Lewandowski likely to be on his way out. The 37-year-old veteran star's contract expires at the end of the season and a departure as a free agent seems likelier than the possibility of a renewal. So, the Catalans intend to rope in a new centre-forward to replace the Pole, with Levante youngster Etta Eyong featuring among the shortlisted options."
"Barcelona enquired about the striker in the final days of the summer transfer window, but Villarreal held firm to a clause of €10 million and placed him at Levante with the intention of making a future profit."
"At present, Barcelona do not deny Eyong's progress and maintain a good relationship with his representatives. They are also aware that he would prioritise a move to Barcelona or to the Premier League. However, the Blaugrana have now decided not to enter the bidding for the Cameroonian forward, fully aware that several English clubs could be willing to approach the €30 million release clause. While Eyong was previously considered a low-cost option, the possibility of him moving to Camp Nou is now virtually ruled out."
Barcelona have prioritized signing a new striker this summer as Robert Lewandowski is likely to leave when his contract expires. Levante youngster Etta Eyong was on a shortlist after enquiries late in the transfer window, but Villarreal insisted on a €10 million clause and placed him at Levante for potential future profit. Barcelona acknowledge Eyong's progress and keep good relations with his representatives, but have decided not to bid given the likelihood that English clubs could trigger a €30 million release clause. Barcelona are targeting a striker with significantly more competitive experience. Eyong's camp is exploring offers including CSKA Moscow and Premier League interest.
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