Barcelona unconcerned about potential World Cup price rise for top attacking target
FC Barcelona is currently focused on planning for the next season after signing Anthony Gordon. The club is interested in Julian Alvarez as a long-term successor to Robert Lewandowski, but negotiations with Atletico Madrid have been complicated. Despite potential price increases due to the World Cup, Barcelona remains unconcerned about the situation.
- ▪FC Barcelona has completed the signing of Anthony Gordon.
- ▪Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid is Barcelona's preferred target to replace Robert Lewandowski.
- ▪Barcelona officials believe that the World Cup will not significantly impact Alvarez's market value.
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