Barcelona have been working on finding a potential successor to Robert Lewandowski, the oldest player on the team. While this may be a sign of his age, it is a source of pride for him, especially given the incredible performances he has been delivering this season, where he has managed to regain his best form after a difficult year both collectively and individually.
Fortunately, the arrival of Hansi Flick at Camp Nou has put an end to these speculations, and Lewandowski has returned to being one of the most prominent players on the team, and even in the world. However, his future remains uncertain, as he is set to leave in June, and no negotiations to renew his contract have yet been revealed. Under these circumstances, the player has started to consider the possibility of leaving, perhaps signing a new contract at an unexpected destination.
According to information regarding Lewandowski’s departure, it will leave a huge void in Barcelona’s ranks, but the club has already started identifying alternatives. It seems there is a consensus that Viktor Gyökeres would be the ideal player to replace him. The Swedish striker has established himself as one of the best in the world with his impressive performances since joining Sporting Lisbon.
Both Laporta and Deco are keen on Gyökeres and believe he would be an invaluable addition to the squad. With a release clause of €80m, the club could easily afford him.
Although difficult to compare directly, Gyökeres’ numbers this season are more impressive than Lewandowski’s. The Swedish star has scored 23 goals and provided 4 assists in 17 games, while Lewandowski has scored 19 goals and provided 2 assists in 16 games. These numbers make Gyökeres a logical choice to be the primary option for Flick’s project at Barcelona.