According to SPORT, FC Barcelona have officially decided to enter the transfer market in the summer of 2026 in search of a new striker — one that will serve as the long-term successor to Robert Lewandowski.
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🔍 Club’s Strategic Planning Begins:
With Lewandowski turning 37 in 2026, the club’s top brass, led by Joan Laporta and Deco, are preparing a succession plan at the No. 9 role.
Hansi Flick, fully backing the decision, reportedly wants a dynamic, mobile, and clinical finisher who suits his high-pressing system.
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🎯 Potential Profiles Being Considered:
Barça are expected to prioritize:
Youth with elite-level potential
Strikers comfortable playing in positional systems
Proven record in top European leagues or international stages
Names already being scouted or tracked include:
ISAK (Newcastle)
Evan Ferguson (Brighton)
Julian Álvarez (A.Madrid)
Erling Haaland (Man City)
Rashford (Man United)
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⏳ Why Wait Until 2026?
The club wants to give Lewandowski one more full season under Flick to assess his form.
Financial strategy: 2026 will offer more room within La Liga’s salary cap regulations, allowing a marquee signing.
Ongoing projects like Nico Williams and Joan Garcia already stretch this summer’s resources.
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💬 Barça insiders say:
> “The decision has been made. A world-class No. 9 will arrive in 2026. It’s not just about replacing Lewandowski — it’s about defining the next era.”
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🔵 The post-Lewandowski era is officially being drawn up in Bar
celona. 🔥 The Blaugrana revolution is only getting started.
