Barcelona fans choose Lewandowski's successor

A poll conducted by the Catalan newspaper Mundo Deportivo revealed that Barcelona fans prefer the signing of Argentine striker Julián Álvarez from Atlético Madrid as their top transfer target for the upcoming period, particularly in the center-forward position . The poll included a large number of Barcelona club members, who were asked a series of questions regarding the team's needs and their expectations for the next season. The results showed that 36.33% of participants chose Julián Álvarez as the best option to strengthen the team's attack, topping the list of names suggested for the center-forward position . This figure reflects the growing conviction among Barcelona fans in the Argentine striker's ability to lead Barça's attack in the future. He also topped a similar poll conducted in December 2025 with 31.33%, confirming the fans' continued confidence in his technical abilities and goal-scoring prowess . Brazilian João Pedro, who plays for Chelsea in England, came in second place in the fans' choices with 30%, while support for signing Norwegian Erling Haaland, the Manchester City striker, dropped to 5.66%. England's Harry Kane, the Bayern Munich striker, came in next with 3.66%, while Nigeria's Victor Osimhen, the Galatasaray striker, received 1.66% of the votes . The poll results also showed that Barcelona fans consider strengthening the center-forward position a top priority in the coming period, with 65.66% of participants calling for a new player in this position, compared to only 14.3% who preferred strengthening the defense by signing a new center-back . These results clearly reflect the desire of a large segment of Barcelona fans to see Julián Álvarez in the team's jersey in the coming years, given the outstanding performances he is delivering and his continued presence among the most attractive names for fans seeking a striker capable of leading the Catalan club's sporting project in the future.