"At Barça, they are very clear about the objective. Those in charge know very well which player they want to sign.
It won't be for this summer, but for the next one, for the 26-27 season. Barça is very clear about the player who should be Lewandowski's replacement.
This player is Julián Álvarez. He is the one Barça likes the most for the future. During the next season, they will start working on the signing."
Who will take Lewandowski's number 9
This is how Jota Jordi explained last night on El Chiringuito the future plans of FC Barcelona in their recruitment policy.
Jota Jordi revealed it bluntly on El Chiringuito: FC Barcelona has already decided who will inherit Robert Lewandowski's legendary number 9. And it's not just any name.
According to the Barça panelist, the chosen one is Julián Álvarez, the Argentine forward from Manchester City… and former River Plate player. A major operation that would be scheduled for the summer of 2026.
Although the news may seem premature, Barça is already working with a long-term view, especially with Lewandowski's contractual situation, which will end in 2026.
Julián, who has excelled with Atlético, is looking for a leap that will establish him as the absolute reference of a big team… And he would find that at Camp Nou.
Julián Álvarez, the complete number 9 that excites Barcelona fans
World champion with Argentina, Champions League winner with City… and only 24 years old. Julián Álvarez is one of the gems of world soccer, and his style fits perfectly with Barça's DNA.
Technique, mobility, defensive sacrifice, and goals. Lots of goals. At Atlético, he is already known as "the lethal spider" for his ability to press, create spaces, and finish with cold blood.
According to Jota Jordi, Barça has made discreet inquiries to gauge the player's willingness, and the response has been positive. The forward's entourage views moving to Barcelona in 2026 favorably.
Operation at a slow pace
The key will be to keep in contact and harmony with the player's entourage. And to have enough financial muscle to undertake the operation.
It won't be cheap, but it's not impossible either. The relationship between Barça and Jorge Mendes (one of the intermediaries in the operation) will be essential.
At Barça, they already see Julián as the ideal heir for Lewandowski, with room for growth and experience at the elite level. Word of Jota Jordi.