Barcelona have an ‘exciting’ Plan B if Julian Alvarez deal falls through – report

Barcelona have an ‘exciting’ Plan B if Julian Alvarez deal falls through – report Signing a new striker remains FC Barcelona’s top priority this summer following Robert Lewandowski’s departure. The need for a new top-quality No. 9 has become even more apparent amid growing speculations over Ferran Torres’ future. It is well-established by now that the club’s first choice is Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, and negotiations have taken place after an official offer was submitted. However, with the Los Rojiblancos continuing to stand firm on their stance of the Argentine not being for sale, Barcelona are preparing for every possible outcome. Barcelona already have a backup option While efforts remain focused on Alvarez, Barcelona sporting director Deco has quietly been working on alternative plans, reports Mundo Deportivo . Working on alternatives. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images) Indeed, the Blaugrana have identified another high-level striker capable of replacing Lewandowski should negotiations with Atletico ultimately collapse. Although the identity of the player has not been revealed, club sources describe the alternative as an ‘exciting’ option who would still represent a major signing. Julian remains the main target However, it is clear that there has been no change to the club’s priorities. Joan Laporta, Deco and Hansi Flick all consider Alvarez the ideal player to lead Barcelona’s attack for the coming years. The Argentine is viewed as the perfect fit for Hansi Flick’s system, and the club remain committed to completing what would be their marquee signing of the summer. The obstacle continues to be Atletico Madrid’s position. Barcelona believe they have made a significant proposal, but the Spanish champions are also aware that negotiations cannot continue indefinitely. Alvarez remains the priority. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images) Barcelona president Joan Laporta recently made the club’s stance clear during his visit to Dallas. He stressed that the offer submitted for Alvarez will not remain on the table forever and insisted that the Catalans will dictate their own timeline rather than wait indefinitely for Atleti’s decision. Preparing for every scenario Barcelona remain optimistic that a deal for Alvarez can still be completed, but they are equally determined not to allow the summer transfer window to revolve around a single negotiation. With Deco continuing to monitor alternative targets behind the scenes, the La Liga champions believe they are well prepared regardless of how talks with Atletico Madrid develop over the coming weeks. For now, Alvarez remains the priority. But if negotiations reach a dead end, Barcelona are ready to move quickly for another striker capable of leading the club’s next era.