Barcelona's sporting director Deco has admitted that replacing Robert Lewandowski is a more daunting task than finding a replacement for Ferran Torres.
Deco spoke to the media after Barcelona's Joan Gamper Trophy match on Wednesday. He acknowledged that the club has lost two key forwards, Lewandowski and Torres, who left the Camp Nou in the summer and earlier this month, respectively. Lewandowski's contract expired, while Torres joined Paris Saint-Germain.
The club has brought in Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi as attacking reinforcements, but neither is considered a natural goalscoring striker. Deco believes that while Gordon and Adeyemi can cover some of the ground left by Torres, they are not enough to replace the loss of Lewandowski.
"We know we've lost two forwards, Robert and Ferran," Deco said. "We can cover Ferran's role with the additions we've already made, but replacing Robert is much more difficult. He's THE Robert Lewandowski, a player who made history at this club, so replacing him won't be easy."
Lewandowski's departure is particularly significant given his impressive goalscoring record at Barcelona. The Polish striker was a key player for the club, scoring crucial goals and helping the team win several titles.
Barcelona now face the challenge of finding a suitable replacement for Lewandowski. Deco has hinted that the club will make some moves to address this issue, but it remains to be seen who will be the next player to join the team.
The search for a new striker is likely to be a top priority for Barcelona in the coming weeks. The club will need to act quickly to find a suitable replacement for Lewandowski, who is a difficult player to replace.
Barcelona's next move will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike. The club's ability to replace Lewandowski will be a key factor in determining their chances of success in the upcoming season.
Source: Yahoo Sports
