Barcelona identify Chelsea star as striker backup plan
Barcelona are considering Chelsea's João Pedro as a backup option for a striker signing this summer if their primary target, Julián Álvarez, proves unattainable. The club is prioritizing forward reinforcements amid uncertainty over Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres' futures. João Pedro, who has scored 19 goals and provided nine assists this season, is seen as a viable alternative. The decision reflects Barcelona's ongoing planning for the 2026/27 La Liga campaign.
- ▪Barcelona's first-choice striker target is Atlético Madrid's Julián Álvarez.
- ▪João Pedro of Chelsea is being considered as a backup option if Álvarez is not available.
- ▪Barcelona's transfer team is prioritizing a new centre-forward due to uncertainty around Lewandowski and Ferran Torres.
- ▪João Pedro has scored 19 goals and registered nine assists for Chelsea this season.
- ▪According to Cadena SER, Barcelona already have João Pedro as a strong alternative plan.
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