Barcelona have found themselves starved of a big-money signings since their ‘economic levers’ summer allowed them to spend big. Their salary limit struggles, despite constant reassurances from the club that they are soon to be at an end, have severely limited their ability to bring in stars since.
In 2022, Barcelona spent €214m on new players, but in the subsequent three years, have an outlay of just €121.5m. Over that same period of three years, their total in sales has been €221.5m, illustrating the impact of the salary limit on their business.
The major question on the horizon for Barcelona’s recruitment department, headed by Deco, is in the number nine position. Robert Lewandowski is out of contract, and at the age of 37, it seems unlikely they will look to extend his deal, given his high salary. Sport assure that both player and club have a separation in mind for next summer, but his replacement is far less certain.
Over the last two years, as question marks surfaced over Lewandowski’s performances two seasons ago, and with his age mind, Barcelona have been linked to Alexander Isak, Benjamin Sesko and Viktor Gyokeres – all three of which have moved this summer to Liverpool, Manchester United and Arsenal respectively. Since, there has been little in the way of strong links. Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez and Manchester City’s Erling Haaland have been mentioned as names they like, but are likely to command fees of well over €100m.
Fees that are well beyond Barcelona’s economy. The Catalan daily go on to say that as things stand, the plan at Barcelona is for Ferran Torres to be Lewandowski’s successor. With the Polish veteran coming back from injury, Torres has started all three of Barcelona’s games this season, and is set to dispute the starting spot this season.
There is no doubt that their salary limit situation is a factor in their thinking, although Torres has surpassed expectations as a striker. It is noted that this season is seen as something of a test for Torres, and depending on how he responds, the club could alter their plans. Torres is something of a divisive figure for Blaugrana fans. Despite his impressive form last season, a particularly fallow period under Xavi Hernandez brought no shortage of criticism.
vuaabdipu
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Clearly, Barcelona fans don't expect a spending that exceeds €75m even if they play in the Nou Camp this season, and even if they win the UCL
kandmopty
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One year contract is better that Barcelona keep this players for one season after lewandowski Barcelona not for old man bring Haaland or Nico no other for next season Barcelona first fight to bring two 3 top defense as free agent make defense for champion league get all of them if loporta speak with him they will come no need for striker for next season because of yamal mast shine ✨
Dapdemou
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Ferran Torres is not a number 9 striker, he is just a striker in the attack. Barca should do well to start scouting for an out and out striker
Ziwbcdeksu
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I am a barca fan and I believe that guy will nailed it if given chance
jedbcknoy
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😡
tedaikruy
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I know, they will bring in cr7
dezcdeikrz
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its like you a part of barca board to know who they transfers going to be people do and say anything these days
Cakbdilpuz
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These current and past players has contributed significantly to the process of Barcelona . They are in super form and can with stand the test of time. Time for Barcelona to step up and face the consequences of the wrong decision made and proceed forward with vision, resilience and sustainability. Barcelona forever and loading
Kosbdmprtz
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Ferran Torres deserves some respect
songsohia
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Maybe they should try for Nico Williams again