Barcelona is intent on competing for every major trophy this season and is carefully planning reinforcements to maintain balance between attack and defense. Determined to reclaim their place at the top of European football, club president Joan Laporta and sporting director Deco are working tirelessly to bring in elite talent worthy of the Blaugrana’s ambitions.
Although now playing for Inter Miami in the MLS, club legend Lionel Messi continues to support his former team from afar. He stays in regular contact with Laporta and Deco, frequently offering input on potential signings that could make a real difference for Barcelona.
One of Messi’s strongest recommendations has been Manchester City forward Julián Álvarez, who he sees as a natural successor to Robert Lewandowski should the Polish striker depart at the end of the season. Messi’s close ties to Álvarez, forged through their time together with the Argentina national team, have only strengthened his endorsement of the young attacker.
Messi has also highlighted Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez as a valuable option to address Barcelona’s defensive concerns, particularly following Iñigo Martínez’s move to Al-Nassr. With coach Hansi Flick expressing doubts over Andreas Christensen and Ronald Araújo at the back, Messi believes Lisandro could provide the defensive solidity required at the highest level.
Even so, Barcelona’s main defensive target remains Alessandro Bastoni of Inter Milan, widely viewed as the ideal reinforcement. However, if financial constraints make that deal unfeasible, the club could turn its focus to Lisandro Martínez, despite the high cost, recognizing the Argentine’s potential to significantly bolster the back line.
In short, Barcelona continues its pursuit of reinforcements on both ends of the pitch in its quest for silverware. Meanwhile, Messi remains an influential voice from afar, offering guidance that could help steer his former club back toward European dominance.
