Barcelona strategize for Alvarez
In Spain, in Sport“ the formula for signing Alvarez “, we can read. FC Barcelona is targeting Julián Álvarez as a priority for attack next summer, despite his high cost. The Blaugrana leaders are considering an operation around 100 million, exploring a formula including a player in exchange to reduce the price. This scenario is inspired by the past successes of former Barcelona players like David Villa. Despite Joan Laporta’s statements that he is looking to minimize spending, Deco is actively tracking the striker market, with Alvarez at the top of the list.
Decisive moment for Paul Pogba
Further north, at AS Monaco, Paul Pogba partially resumes collective training in Monaco after four months of absence for a painful calf, without having played since December. Sébastien Pocognoli sees the international truce as a justice of the peace to accelerate his rise in physical and collective power. Thilo Kehrer praised his exemplary attitude: arrive early, leave late and remain positive and demanding despite the skepticism of the supporters. In Monaco, where we are aiming for a place in the LDC with 7 games remaining, a return of Pogba would be a bonus in an already solid midfield. The key during this break will be to gradually reintegrate him into the group to find rhythm and pleasure, without a fixed date for returning to the match.
Safonov’s solidity pleases Luis Enrique
Safonov extinguished the competition for The Parisian. Matvey Safonov firmly establishes himself as PSG’s number 1 goalkeeper, relegating Lucas Chevalier to the bench after further decisive performances in the Champions League. Against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, the 27-year-old Russian made 9 saves and was responsible for Kvaratskhelia’s first goal. Luis Enrique appreciates its solidity, despite some hesitations at the foot. Safonov has extinguished the rivalry at the goalkeeper position and deserves his number 1 spot.
