Barcelona sporting director Deco has confirmed the club will explore all options to replace departing striker Robert Lewandowski this summer, with João Pedro and Julián Álvarez emerging as primary targets.
Lautaro Martinez’s agent insists the Argentine striker will stay at Inter Milan despite interest from Barcelona and Arsenal, declaring the forward is focused on winning the Champions League with the Nerazzurri.
Atletico Madrid Sporting Director Mateu Alemany is reportedly willing to sell striker Julian Alvarez this summer to generate funds for multiple squad improvements, despite previous denials.
La Liga CEO Javier Gomez has suggested Barcelona may finally return to the 1:1 rule this summer, allowing the club to spend freely on new signings for the first time in three years.
Barcelona have rejected the opportunity to sign Manchester City star Bernardo Silva and Juventus forward Dusan Vlahovic on free transfers this summer as Sporting Director Deco prioritises other positions.
Inter Milan are weighing up a summer swoop for Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo amid growing uncertainty over a potential deal for centre-back Alessandro Bastoni.
Spain international Ferran Torres has handed FC Barcelona a firm ultimatum regarding his future at Camp Nou. The forward refuses to be part of any swap deals this summer and demands either a new contract or a free transfer exit next year.
Carlo Ancelotti has stunned football supporters by naming Neymar Junior in Brazil’s World Cup squad, ending the forward’s 18-month absence from international duty.
Barcelona’s search for a new striker faces a major hurdle after Chelsea appointed Xabi Alonso as manager, with the Spaniard expected to block any summer move for forward João Pedro.