Atlético de Madrid and FC Barcelona will face each other numerous times in the coming month to decide two titles this season. Yesterday marked the first of these clashes with a match in Montjuïc corresponding to the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals. However, it seems both clubs will also have interactions once the summer transfer window opens.
These are two teams that have never had issues sitting down to negotiate moves, something that has been demonstrated over the last decade. Nevertheless, it seems Barça is willing to acquire the services of a player who was once very close to joining the red-and-white team. This has been announced from Catalonia, which is not surprising, as it is a name that has long been rumored to land in the blue-and-red squad.
FC Barcelona Chooses Its New Forward
Everything indicates that one of the priorities for Joan Laporta and Hansi Flick is the offensive area, where they have long sought to sign a new scorer. Lewandowski is a reliable asset in terms of scoring ability, but his seniority necessitates finding a high-level replacement. In this regard, the name that has resurfaced is Dušan Vlahovic, who has reportedly decided to finally leave Juventus of Turin.
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The Serbian striker is one of the few positive notes in the historic Italian club in recent years, although it doesn't seem sufficient to regain the lost level. He has scored 14 goals this season, being one of the reasons the team remains in the fight to enter the next Champions League. His exit price would be 30 million euros, an affordable figure for a Barça willing to make significant expenditures.
No Room at Atlético de Madrid
It was in the summer of 2021 when Dušan Vlahovic was on the verge of signing for the red-and-white team, in a context where a replacement for Luis Suárez was being sought. Everything seemed agreed with Fiorentina and the player posted messages on Instagram that suggested his imminent departure from Italy. However, he ended up joining Juventus of Turin and has never been able to reach the level many thought he could achieve in a few years.
The Serbian has resurfaced as a target for Atlético de Madrid, but the reality is that at the Metropolitano they are looking for a higher-level player. In this regard, Gyökeres is the one most favored by the sports management, although he will have offers on his table once this season ends. At Sporting de Portugal, they will not put obstacles to prevent the Swede's departure, although they hope to secure a good amount for his exit.