FC Barcelona continues to prioritize Julian Alvarez as the primary asset for bolstering its attacking department. However, the Catalan club is reportedly developing a secondary strategy in the event that negotiations surrounding the Argentine striker do not yield a transfer. According to recent reports, the profile of Lautaro Martinez has become increasingly significant within Barcelona’s transfer planning.
Both head coach Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco are said to favor Martinez’s attributes, viewing him as a strong potential alternative. The immediate focus remains on Julian Alvarez. Barcelona views the current week as a critical juncture for determining the striker’s future.
Reports indicate that Alvarez is scheduled to hold discussions with Diego Simeone and the sporting directors of Atlético Madrid. Simultaneously, the sentiment within Barcelona is that the club hopes Alvarez expresses a strong desire to depart from his current club and join the Catalan side. Should the talks concerning Alvarez prove inconclusive, Barcelona is prepared to pivot to Plan B, elevating the interest in Martinez.
The club’s strategy appears to involve keeping options open while maintaining a high priority on securing a key forward presence to strengthen the squad for the upcoming season.
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