It is well-established that FC Barcelona are looking for a new centre-forward in the summer transfer window.
Robert Lewandowski is in the final months of his contract with the Catalan heavyweight, and a renewal seems unlikely.
Barcelona have identified several potential targets to replace the veteran Poland captain. Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid is on the wishlist, and Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is also featured.
According to Tuttosport (via SPORT), Vlahovic is prioritizing a free transfer move to Barcelona when his contract with Juventus expires at the end of the season.
The Serbian international has instructed his representatives to keep Barça as the main objective, hoping to become Lewandowski’s long-term successor.
However, if Barcelona do not step forward, he would be open to negotiating a renewal with Juventus, even on reduced terms, despite potential offers from the Premier League.
Vlahovic's name has been discussed internally at Barcelona since the start of the season: he was offered to the club and preliminary financial scenarios were explored, but he is not the Blaugrana’s preferred option.
Barcelona’s sporting department is looking for a slightly different profile if Lewandowski leaves — a forward with more mobility, who links play well and can press intensively. The preferred target remains Julian Alvarez, although that deal would be complex.
Vlahovic is currently working his way back after an adductor injury that sidelined him since November. He is close to returning and eager to show he can perform at the highest level.
As for a move to Barça in the summer, only time will tell if he gets his wish or not.
