Erling Haaland has reportedly become an “obsession” for Joan Laporta, with Barcelona’s president confident that the Norwegian striker can be prised away from Manchester City. The Blaugrana will find themselves in the market for a new No.9 during the summer of 2026 as prolific Polish frontman Roberto Lewandowski is seeing his contract run down towards free agency.

Replacement for Lewandowski being sought

Veteran striker Lewandowski is now 37 years of age and is not expected to be offered an extension despite netting 42 goals for La Liga title winners Barca last season. A new option to lead the line is set to be sought.

AdvertisementGettyWorld Cup winner being considered in Catalunya

It has been claimed that Atletico Madrid’s World Cup-winning Argentina international Julian Alvarez is under consideration in Catalunya. It is, however, Haaland that remains the dream addition for ambitious Laporta.

Haaland at Barca: Confidence deal could happen

reports that Haaland has been Laporta’s “obsession since he became president”. They go on to claim that there is confidence behind the scenes that Haaland will “end up at Barca”.

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GettyHaaland contract: Terms of stunning Man City deal

City superstar Haaland is tied to a contract in England through to 2034 and is reported to be earning £400,000-a-week. When said deal was signed, release clauses that existed in his previous terms at the Etihad Stadium were removed.