Barcelona Targets Chelsea's Joao Pedro to Replace Departing Lewandowski
Following their recent La Liga title victory, Barcelona is actively planning for the upcoming season by seeking a replacement for Robert Lewandowski, whose departure appears imminent as his contract expires in June 2026. At 37 years old and seeking more playing prominence, the Polish striker is reportedly close to joining a Saudi Arabian club, although he remains open to offers from other European teams like Juventus and AC Milan. To strengthen their attacking line and foster internal competition alongside Ferrán Torres, Barcelona has shifted its primary transfer target from Julián Álvarez to Chelsea’s Brazilian forward, Joao Pedro. The 24-year-old, who joined Chelsea in 2025 for approximately 70 million euros, is valued at around 100 million euros by the Catalan club. While Chelsea intends to retain him, they may consider a sale if the offer is compelling. This strategic move aims to ensure squad depth and quality for future competitions as the club transitions away from the Lewandowski era.
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