Barcelona are already working on their attacking plans for the summer transfer window.
The club’s sporting directors believe that the team needs to strengthen their attack with a player capable of contributing to goals, being mobile and creating scoring opportunities in the third phase of the pitch.
For months, Barcelona’s main target has had a name: Julian Alvarez. The Argentine striker from Atletico Madrid has become Barcelona’s dream signing to strengthen their attack and fit into their future sporting project.
Barcelona’s interest in the World Cup winner is nothing new. At Camp Nou, they value his ability to move throughout the attacking line, his constant pressing and his talent for creating scoring chances.
Despite his performance this season having declined slightly compared to previous seasons, the Argentine striker is still considered one of the most complete strikers in European football.
However, the biggest obstacle for Barcelona is the price. Atletico Madrid have no intention of letting one of their most important players go and the transfer fee would be too high.
This financial requirement seriously complicates any operation, especially for a club that continues to work to balance its accounts.
Omar Marmoush emerges as an alternative
Given this scenario, Barcelona have begun to explore other options in the transfer market. One of the names that has emerged as a possible alternative is Omar Marmoush.
The Egyptian striker currently plays for Manchester City, who signed him for €75 million after his impressive performances in Germany.
He is a fast, skilled and very dangerous player in open spaces, qualities that suit Barcelona’s attacking style perfectly.
Despite his talent, Marmoush has yet to establish himself as an undisputed starter at the Etihad Stadium. Although he is often part of the team’s rotation, his role has not reached the expected importance.