The site 'Fichajes' revealed that FC Barcelona is planning a major deal during the summer transfer market of 2026, aiming to sign Norwegian star Erling Haaland, the Manchester City striker, as part of its efforts to strengthen the attack and build a new project led by club president Joan Laporta.

According to the same source, Barcelona's management has laid out a clear plan to attempt to complete the deal, despite its financial difficulties, and the club is considering making an offer that includes cash along with player Dani Olmo, to reduce the transfer fee which could reach around 175 million euros.

The report indicated that Haaland is the primary target for Barcelona in the medium term, especially with the approaching end of Robert Lewandowski's contract in 2026, as the sports management sees the Norwegian striker as the ideal choice to lead the attack in the upcoming phase.

The source explained that signing Haaland represents a huge sporting and economic gamble for the Catalan club, given the player's significant market value, alongside his exceptional scoring abilities that could bring the team back to the forefront of European competition.

The source added that Barcelona faces several financial challenges to complete the deal, most notably Haaland's high salary, the absence of a release clause in his contract with Manchester City, along with the club's need to sell some players and reduce the salary cap to provide the necessary liquidity.

Despite all the obstacles, the report confirms that Barcelona is committed to its dream of signing Haaland, considering the deal a strategic step to launch a new phase of sporting and commercial successes in the club.