"FC Barcelona are already working on the construction of their squad for the next season because several issues must be addressed with time, planning and room to manoeuvre. As has been well-established at this point, one of those issues is the No. 9 position. The sporting department, led by Deco, must make a major decision that will have direct consequences for the first team's short-term."
"Hansi Flick told Ferran Torres last summer that he viewed him as his centre-forward, and the former Valencia forward has stepped up to the challenge. Competing directly with Lewandowski for the starting berth, Ferran has scored 11 goals so far this season in La Liga, including a brilliant hat-trick against Real Betis this past weekend. Only Kylian Mbappe has scored more this term."
Barcelona are planning squad construction for the next season and must resolve the No. 9 position with time, planning and room to manoeuvre. The sporting department led by Deco has defined multiple scenarios for the centre-forward role. Robert Lewandowski's contract expires at the end of the season; renewing him would retain a proven goalscorer (42 goals last season, eight so far) who is reportedly willing to accept a lower salary, while not renewing would free significant wage bill. Alternatively, Barcelona can back Ferran Torres as the main striker, given his 11 La Liga goals this season and recent strong form. The final decision will directly shape short-term first-team plans.
Read at Barca Universal
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