Barça is already planning the replacement of its number 9 and, while the sporting department will not reveal decisions yet, it needs room to operate on the market: this is the major investment expected for the next transfer window.
Lewandowski has contributed a great deal since his arrival in 2022 and has justified the outlay. His future should be decided soon —March 15 is mentioned as a key date—; he has several solid offers, above all one from Chicago Fire in MLS, an attractive project for the family (his wife Anna was there recently). Whether Lewy stays or not, signing a striker will be the priority and the club wants a proven profile.
In that context, Marcus Thuram fits well: not only because of his two outstanding performances against Barça in last season's Champions tie, but for his physical presence and finishing, his versatility and ability to perform in different scenarios. He can play with his back to goal and link play, combine in tight spaces, is two-footed, has a long stride and can occupy space. He is 28 years old and, according to the piece, still has 4–5 years of top-level football ahead.
The article notes there are other top alternatives like Haaland or Kane: the Norwegian would be a step above and, according to the text, his contract ends in 2034; Kane has the advantage of a contract running until 2027, though everything points to him renewing with Bayern under terms Barça may not match. Thuram, the report suggests, could cost around €60–70 million.
If Laporta is re-elected and Deco leads the sporting project, the operation will be tough and should begin early.
