Barça is happy with the current state of its squad, but the reality is that Deco is working to solve the problems that may arise in the future. Specifically, the replacement that must occur in the attacking front, where Lewandowski, at 36 years old, will end his contract in 2026 and will not renew for a longer period. There is no room for error, and the Portuguese is compiling a list from which the definitive candidate must emerge.
Deco passes it to Laporta with Flick's OK: 3 forwards for Barça
There is no room for error at Barça, and Deco has taken it very seriously with a list of three names, but one stands out above the rest: Alexander Isak. The Swede is considered the ideal '9' to replace Lewandowski for the next decade. He would arrive at 25 years old, the ideal age to unleash all his football at the top level.
The main problem with Isak is his price: Newcastle doesn't need money and, moreover, he has sparked a lot of interest in the Premier League. In total, he could leave for about 120 million euros. Although the good news for Barça is that he would be interested in returning to Spain.
The next on Deco's list is another Swedish forward: Viktor Gyökeres. In his case, he has a more accessible price: between 70 and 80 million euros. This will be his last season in Portugal, something that, despite his great numbers, generates many doubts.
In the coming months, he will turn 27 years old and has not yet been seen in a truly competitive context. He wants to leave Sporting, and the option of Barça appeals to him a lot. However, it is true that he doesn't fully generate consensus in the sports management.
Finally, a more 'discreet' profile that seems to appeal a lot to Deco is Benjamin Sesko. He plays for Leipzig, is only 21 years old, and is believed to fit perfectly with what Hansi Flick demands. He is tall, has a goal-scoring instinct, plays well with his back to the goal, and knows how to coordinate well with his teammates.
He can leave Leipzig for about 80 million euros, with very good relations with the German team. Barça hopes to find, from these three, the definitive forward for Hansi Flick: Deco's list is final, and it is time to put it together to make a final decision.