Xavi’s reconstruction of Barcelona began in January with the bringing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Ferran Torres, and much more activity on the football market from the Catalans is expected during the upcoming transfer window. Strengthening the defense is primary, but also a striker that will score goals on a regular.Reportedly, when it comes to the attackers the first pick is Robert Lewandowski, who is not satisfied with Bayern’s offer to extend his contract. The Pole believes that he can play for another three years at the top level, but in Munich they do not want to risk that much, considering that he turns 34 in August, and they offered him a contract for only one year – after the expiration which is valid until summer 2023 – with the option to discuss an additional season if they are satisfied with his performances. There are also disagreements over finances, as Lewandowski hopes to be able to keep the current 15 million euros a year plus another potential 5 million through bonuses.Tue 22:30: (1.40) Barcelona (4.80) Celta (7.75)There are more and more articles in the media in favor of Barcelona that one of the best goal scorers of today will come to Camp Nou, and that would definitely mean parting ways with Memphis Depay, who arrived last summer with the label of the first striker. Catalan Sport even writes that the Dutchman was advised by club executives to look for a new environment during the upcoming transfer window, because he will not play regularly in Barcelona, and he is eager to play at the World Cup in Qatar.Depay was regularly among the national team starters of Louis van Gaal, but his status could be jeopardized in the case of him not getting minutes on the club level, and as he has already fallen into the shadow of Aubameyang, the question is what awaits him if he stays in Barcelona.The departure is also indicated by the fact that the Dutchman signed only a two-year contract last July, so it’s the last chance for Barcelona to earn something from selling him. The Catalans believe that they could get 40 million euros, and currently Depay is in contact with Tottenham and Arsenal.Alba’s final seconds rocket sends Barca to the Champions LeagueThe former striker of PSV Eindhoven, Manchester United and Lyon does not like the fact that Ferran Torres fit in well, and even less the awakening of Ousmane Dembele. The two of them and Aubameyang currently form the Barcelona attacking trio in which Xavi has the most confidence, and the arrival of Lewandowski would further reduce the minutes for the Dutchman.Depay collected 2,341 minutes on the pitch in 35 appearances this season (average 66 per game), scored 12 and set up two goals. Not enough for Xavi to hand him a bigger role.
