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Joao Pedro Emerges As Barcelona Priority As Julian Alvarez Deal Looks Difficult

By Ajmal RoshanPublished: May 14, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Joao Pedro Emerges As Barcelona Priority As Julian Alvarez Deal Looks Difficult

Barcelona Shift Focus To Joao Pedro Amid Alvarez Complications

Barcelona's pursuit of Julian Alvarez seems very difficult, as PSG accelerated their discussion for the player with Atletico Madrid; therefore, Barcelona have intensified their contact with Chelsea forward Joao Pedro's camp for a potential summer transfer. The Brazilian is now on Barcelona's priority list for the striker position as per Roger Torello [Mundo Deportivo].

PSG’s €100 Million Push Complicates Barcelona’s Alvarez Dream

Financial difficulty to sign Julian Alvarez is the major obstacle for Barcelona; PSG is willing to pay more than € 100 million to secure the signature of the Argentinian, which Barca cannot afford. The player still has not agreed to personal terms with PSG, but Atletico Madrid will be ready to sell the player to the French club instead of strengthening Barcelona. 

Deco Intensifies Contact With Joao Pedro’s Camp

Joao Pedro now becomes a real priority to fill the void left by Lewandowski’s expected departure. Deco likes the player very much, and João Pedro had a successful season with Chelsea with 15 goals and 5 assists from 34 matches in the Premier League. The valuation of João Pedro will be around €70 million, which is much less than Julian Alvarez. 

Joao Pedro’s Alvarez-Like Profile Attracts Barcelona

João Pedro’s technical quality and playing style, which shares similarities with Julián Álvarez, is one of the key reasons why he has become a priority target for Barcelona alongside financial considerations. 

Barca Still Hope For Alvarez Move

Robert Lewandowski has nearly confirmed his departure and is currently assessing the offers available for his next move. Still, there is a slight possibility of Julian Alvarez to Barca, when a player forces the club for a move with unreal pressure. 

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