Barcelona's defeat against Inter Milan has turned everything upside down. Barça showed a competitive version, full of energy and desire. Despite the effort, luck didn't accompany them at key moments, leaving everyone with a bitter taste.
The referee decisions didn't help either, something Joan Laporta pointed out publicly after the match. Barça could have perfectly won, but they were left without a reward on a vibrant night. The Barça fans, despite the sadness, recognized the heart shown by Barça.
Barça knows they need a reliable '9'
A defeat like this can have significant consequences in sports planning. Scoring six goals in a knockout stage isn't bad, but it wasn't enough. The problem comes when Robert Lewandowski isn't in his best form or can't play.
Ferran Torres has delivered when asked, but the Champions League demands the maximum. In these types of competitions, only the best forwards in the world are enough. Laporta knows this perfectly and isn't willing to wait any longer to act.
The chosen one to replace Lewandowski already has a name
Barça's president has made a firm and ambitious decision. This summer he will seek to sign the forward who is currently delivering the best performance in Europe. His name is Viktor Gyökeres, the Swedish striker who is breaking all records at Sporting.
Gyökeres has spectacular numbers this season, standing out for his power, finishing, and consistency. At the moment, he is the favorite to win the European Golden Boot. He even surpasses stars like Salah, Mbappé, or Lewandowski himself in numbers.
Laporta prepares for a historic investment
The problem is that Gyökeres won't be cheap, and Laporta is very clear about it. Weeks ago there was talk of a figure close to 70 million euros. However, the forward keeps scoring goals, which increases his price every matchday.
The competition for his signing is very high, with several European giants keeping an eye on his progress. Even so, Laporta is determined to make a strong bet on this strategic signing. For him, Gyökeres is the only one capable of securing Barça's scoring future.
A bet that can mark an era
Lewandowski is in the final stretch of his brilliant career, and Barça needs to prepare his replacement as soon as possible. Gyökeres wouldn't just be a substitute but a bet for the present and future. With his arrival, Barça would strengthen one of the most decisive positions on the field.
The Barça fans eagerly await Laporta's next moves in the market. The coming weeks will be key to knowing if the president manages to close this deal. Barça needs to dream again, and Gyökeres could be the spark that ignites it.