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FC Barcelona squad evolution and captaincy changes

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FC Barcelona striker recruitment and squad evolution and captaincy changes

Following the departure of Robert Lewandowski to Chicago Fire, FC Barcelona entered the 2025–26 season with a significant void in central attacking production. To bolster the flanks, the club signed wingers Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United and Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund, while extending defender Andreas Christensen’s contract until 2028. Despite these additions, the shortage of proven forwards remained acute. Ferran Torres was identified as a primary immediate option, though his future became uncertain following a contract extension offer from the club that included no salary increase and amid interest from PSG. By the start of the 2026–27 season, the club’s offensive structure underwent further drastic changes. Ferran Torres completed a move to PSG for approximately €50 million, and Marcus Rashford returned to Manchester United following the conclusion of his loan. These departures, alongside the loss of veterans such as Marc-André ter Stegen and Ronald Araújo, meant the club lost attackers who had accounted for 37.5% of the team’s total goals in the previous campaign. In response to these roster shifts, manager Hansi Flick has initially appointed Brazilian forward Raphinha as the provisional captain for the upcoming season. As season, alongside Pedri and Eric García. This leadership structure was temporary until the club prepares for its La Liga opener against Elche, Sporting Director Deco has confirmed squad was finalized. Following a formal process, Flick designated Raphinha as the successful registration of Rodri (number 16), Anthony Gordon (number 17), first captain and Karim Adeyemi (number 14). While Pedri as the club sold Tommy Marqués to Braga second, noting they were chosen because they are “essential starters and Ansu Fati to Monaco to manage financial constraints, the search for a reliable ‘number nine’ continues. Following influential figures.” The remaining hierarchy was determined by a 5-0 victory against Elche with goals from Raphinha, Fermin Lopez, team vote, placing Eric García as the third captain, Frenkie de Jong as the fourth, and Karim Adeyemi, Spanish media outlet ‘Sport’ has reported an internal debate regarding offensive strategy. The club Lamine Yamal as the fifth. De Jong is weighing whether to invest heavily in a new central striker or rely on currently sidelined with a multi-player scoring approach. medial collateral ligament injury in his right knee.

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  10. 2026-08-17 23:35 UTC FC Barcelona striker recruitment and squad evolution
  11. 2026-08-02 16:43 UTC FC Barcelona striker recruitment 2025‑26

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