Spanish press reports have revealed surprising developments regarding Barcelona's desire to sign a new striker in the final days of the summer transfer window.
Barcelona has been linked with several attacking options, including Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, Inter Milan star Lautaro Martinez, Sporting Lisbon striker Luis Suarez, and Club Brugge striker Nico Tresoldi.
According to Spanish radio station "RAC1," a photo was taken of sporting director Deco at Barcelona airport, preparing to travel to Lisbon.
Sporting Lisbon striker Luis Suarez is considered a satisfactory alternative to Argentine striker Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid.
Carlos Munfort, a journalist for Spanish outlet "Sport," confirmed that he is waiting to see the results of Deco's trip, whether it is related to a potential deal or something else, noting that Barcelona considered the idea of signing Luis Suarez impossible just a few days ago.
Luis Suarez has a contract with Sporting Lisbon that runs until June 30, 2030. Last season, he scored 28 goals and provided 7 assists in the Portuguese league, while also netting 5 goals and creating 2 in the Champions League, and scoring 4 in the Portuguese Cup.
Meanwhile, according to sources cited by Spanish journalist "Jose Alvarez," Deco's trip to Lisbon is not related to any potential deal from the Portuguese league, and the club is ruling out the signing of Luis Suarez from Sporting Lisbon and Pavlidis from Benfica.
He added that Deco's trip to Lisbon is for other reasons, while the club works on other top-tier options to strengthen its attacking line.
Barcelona is preparing to face Elche next Sunday in its first official match of the season in the Spanish league, after playing six friendly preparatory matches under the management of Hans Flick.
