FC Barcelona Considers Nicolo Tresoldi for No. 9 Spot Following Alvarez Pursuit Setback
FC Barcelona has turned its attention to Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi as a prospective candidate for the No. 9 position, according to journalist Victor Navarro of COPE. The German U21 international is reportedly “very, very much liked” by the club’s leadership.
This pivot comes in the wake of Barcelona’s unsuccessful pursuit of Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez, whose transfer was shut down by Atletico CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin. In response, manager Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco are actively exploring alternatives for the forward position.
Barcelona has identified Lautaro Martinez of Inter Milan as their top choice, indicating a strong intent to pursue the Argentine forward. However, Tresoldi remains a prominent option, as the 21-year-old striker has garnered admiration from the Catalan club.
A Star Made in Belgium
Barcelona like Tresoldi. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
Tresoldi first broke into the scene at Hannover 96, but it has been his exceptional performance at Club Brugge since moving there that has gained him recognition across Europe. Since joining the Belgian side in the summer of 2025, he has made substantial contributions, securing the Belgian Pro League title in his debut 2025/26 season with an impressive tally of 23 goals and 9 assists in all competitions.
His momentum continues into the current 2026/27 season, with Tresoldi already netting three goals in the opening matches, reinforcing his reputation as one of Europe’s most promising young strikers.
The Financial Reality
An attractive Plan B. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
Having signed with Club Brugge just last summer, Tresoldi is bound by a long-term contract that extends until 2039, making any potential transfer a challenging endeavor for Barcelona. Club Brugge is reportedly demanding a fee in excess of €40 million, having rebuffed a notable offer from AS Roma earlier in the transfer window.
For Barcelona, bringing Tresoldi on board presents an appealing opportunity: a proven goal-scorer with notable potential who could be acquired for a considerably lower fee than other alternatives like Lautaro Martinez or Viktor Gyokeres, who is offering himself to the club relentlessly.
According to journalist Victor Navarro of COPE, FC Barcelona have identified Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi as an option for the No. 9 position, with the German U21 international is “very, very much liked” by the Catalan club’s hierarchy.
The pivot comes in the immediate aftermath of the definitive collapse of the Blaugrana’s pursuit of Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez.
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With the door to Alvarez firmly shut by Atletico CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin, manager Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco have decided to accelerate alternatives for the No. 9 position.
Lautaro Martinez of Inter Milan has emerged as the consensus choice for the La Liga champions, who are prepared to go all out for the Argentine.
However, Tresoldi is among the alternatives being considered, with the 21-year-old German striker greatly admired within the club.
A star made in Belgium
Barcelona like Tresoldi. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
While Tresoldi initially broke through at Hannover 96, it is his explosive form since moving to Belgium that has captured the continent’s attention.
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Since joining Club Brugge in the summer of 2025, the forward has enjoyed a meteoric rise.
In his debut 2025/26 campaign, he was instrumental in delivering the Belgian Pro League title to the Jan Breydel Stadium, registering 23 goals and 9 assists across all competitions
His momentum has carried directly into the current 2026/27 season, where he has already opened his account, with three goals in three games, further cementing his status as one of Europe’s most lethal young finishers.
The financial reality
An attractive Plan B. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
Tresoldi joined Brugge only last summer and has a long-term contract until 2039. Therefore, prising the Germany U-21 international away from the Belgian champions will not be a simple operation.
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Club Brugge are demanding a fee in excess of €40 million, having already rejected a substantial offer from AS Roma earlier in the window.
For Barcelona, Tresoldi represents a strategic market opportunity: a proven goalscorer with elite potential who would command a significantly lower fee than the other options being considered such as Lautaro or Viktor Gyokeres, who is offering himself to the club relentlessly.
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