Barcelona's summer plan hinges on securing a prolific striker after Robert Lewandowski left on a free transfer. Bayern Munich's 32‑year‑old Harry Kane has emerged as the club’s fallback if the €65 million release clause on Atlético Madrid’s Julián Álvarez expires without a deal. Bayern appears willing to start talks at €80 million, and Kane has expressed interest in a Camp Nou move.

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford remains in limbo as Barcelona’s option to trigger a €30 million clause after his loan stalls. United rebuffed Barcelona’s request to renegotiate, especially after splashing €70 million on Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon. Arsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle and Tottenham monitor Rashford’s situation, while United and Arsenal have also inquired about AC Milan winger Rafael Leão, whose €175 million release clause stays untouched.

Barcelona have also opened dialogue with Atlético for left‑back Marc Cucurella and with Inter for right‑back Denzel Dumfries, though any defensive signings depend on a departure such as Jules Koundé. Real Madrid eye Dumfries and other full‑backs, but the Spanish capital’s focus stays on securing a world‑class forward. The club’s window now centers on whether Kane can replace Lewandowski’s goals.