Joan Laporta is clear about what the planning should be at Barça in the coming years. Hansi Flick's bet has been positive and reaffirms his plan: the backbone from La Masia, and the rest will be high-profile signings. In 2026, the elections for the blaugrana presidency will take place, and according to information from "Culémania", Laporta has decided on the major signing he will make if he wins again.
Neither Julián Álvarez nor Isak, the chosen one is Haaland
The aforementioned information has revealed that the world-class star Joan Laporta wants to strengthen Barça's squad is Erling Haaland, his old desire. Since his return to the culer presidency, the president has been trying to secure his signing. Despite this, he hasn't succeeded, mainly due to the poor economy, which he is managing to turn around during his time in office.
Returning to Camp Nou, selling well, and with the sale of the famous VIP boxes, Barça would have the economic power necessary for a signing like Haaland's. Precisely in 2026, the blaugrana club will be without a forward and will need to strengthen this position, with Lewandowski leaving at the end of his contract.
Erling Haaland is under contract with Manchester City until 2034, but his departure is very possible in 2026. It will largely depend on what Guardiola decides to do, with his contract ending that summer. What the Norwegian is clear about is that he wants to play in LaLiga and would be delighted to do so at Barça, where he would coincide with Lamine Yamal, whom he has already publicly praised.
Haaland's would be a strategic move, solving many of Barça's problems despite his high price. Joan Laporta is clear: he is the chosen one and is thinking of him, having decided not to strengthen the position in the summer of 2025. Besides the results and his management, the president's great asset to be re-elected in the next elections will be to promise the signing of the Norwegian... having already started conversations with his entourage.
Haaland, the best "9" in Europe
Erling Haaland is not just a global star; he is the most lethal pure forward on the planet. At 24 years old, the Norwegian continues to break records and prove that he has no ceiling. This season he already has 30 goals and 4 assists, numbers within reach of very few. His physical power, goal-scoring instinct, and ability to decide matches make him the most feared striker by opposing defenses.
Haaland dominates all facets of offensive play: shooting with both feet, heading, off-the-ball movement, speed, and a goal-scoring instinct reminiscent of the great legends of soccer. His presence in the area is synonymous with constant danger, and every ball he touches can end up in a goal. Beyond the numbers, his influence on the game is total. He conditions the defensive plans of opponents and is the focus of all attention.
Teams like Madrid and, especially, Barça follow him very closely, aware that having Haaland is a guarantee of titles. At 24 years old and with a bright future ahead, Erling Haaland is already history... and the best, for world soccer, is yet to come. Joan Laporta is clear: he is his next superstar.