FC Barcelona is working on a major transfer ahead of the next season. Due to financial constraints, the club has come up with an ambitious swap deal to secure a high-quality striker without destabilizing their finances.
Sources close to the club reveal that Barcelona is offering Ferran Torres in exchange for a prolific goal scorer who has been impressing in the Premier League this season.
The Striker Barcelona Wants
The Catalan club is in need of a new No. 9, someone who can lead their attack as Robert Lewandowski nears the end of his career. While multiple players have been linked to Barcelona, one striker is the main target—a player who has proven to be a deadly finisher in a top European league.
This season, the striker has scored 19 goals and provided 5 assists in 28 matches, becoming one of the most efficient goal-scorers in Europe. His speed, power, and precise finishing make him a perfect fit for Hansi Flick’s tactics.
However, his current club values him at over €100 million, making a direct transfer impossible for Barcelona. This is where a creative swap deal comes into play.
The Swap in the Works
Barcelona initially considered swapping Raphinha, as Newcastle United had shown long-standing interest in the Brazilian winger. However, Raphinha has been in stellar form this season, scoring 23 goals and assisting 14 in 34 matches. Flick has deemed him untouchable, and Raphinha himself wants to remain at Camp Nou.
Now, Barcelona is proposing a new deal: Ferran Torres and possibly Ansu Fati in exchange for Newcastle’s star striker, Alexander Isak.
Ferran Torres and Ansu Fati’s Involvement
Both Torres and Fati have struggled to secure consistent spots in Flick’s starting lineup.
- Ferran Torres, who joined from Manchester City, has shown moments of brilliance but has lacked consistency and faced fierce competition for minutes.
- Ansu Fati, once considered Barcelona’s future star, has struggled with injuries and hasn’t regained his top form.
By offering both players, Barcelona hopes to entice Newcastle to part with Isak, a forward who could be the perfect long-term successor to Lewandowski.
Newcastle’s Response: Is a Deal Possible?
Newcastle United has not yet responded definitively to Barcelona’s proposal. However, the chance to add two talented attacking players to their squad might make the deal appealing. If Barcelona offers additional financial incentives, the move could gain momentum in the coming weeks.
At Camp Nou, there is strong optimism that this strategy could succeed, allowing Barcelona to sign a world-class No. 9 without a massive financial commitment.
The summer transfer window will be key, and if everything aligns, Barcelona might pull off one of the most daring swap deals in recent football history.
