The contest to become FC Barcelona’s next president is already unfolding: club members will cast their ballots on 15 March, and alternatives to Joan Laporta are positioning themselves to gain an edge during what promises to be a month of surprises. This piece was published on 09/02/2026 (2 hours ago) by Michel Duran.
According to MARCA, one of the candidates running against Laporta has reached out to the entourage of Atlético Madrid striker Julian Alvarez — a player who is regarded as a summer target for Barcelona. Alvarez has not consistently hit expected heights this season, and a move in the summer is being viewed as a realistic possibility if current trends continue.
One presidential hopeful has already made contact with the forward’s representatives in an attempt to secure him as a marquee signing for the next campaign. Announcing such a player during the election run would send a strong message of intent, particularly given the highly likely departure of Robert Lewandowski.
If Alvarez were to join Barcelona, the club would need another option to partner Ferran Torres in attack, otherwise Torres could be left as the sole choice in that role. At Atlético the forward has been a regular starter but has struggled for consistent form and has seen some of his influence diminish this season. Atlético paid a substantial fee to sign him from Manchester City, so they are unlikely to make any sale simple. Barcelona have strong sporting arguments to present, and Alvarez’s status as a World Cup winner is an important factor in any operation of this kind. With the electoral process now underway, one candidate has already approached his entourage to explore a potential summer transfer.
