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Barcelona have revived their interest in Bournemouth striker Eli Junior Kroupi as Deco continues his search for Robert Lewandowski's long-term successor. According to SPORT, the Catalans have reopened discussions internally over a move for the 20-year-old after their pursuit of Julian Alvarez stalled due to Atletico Madrid's refusal to negotiate.

Lamine Yamal was named Player of the Match after helping Spain secure a 2-1 victory over Belgium and a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals. The Barcelona winger was a constant threat throughout the quarter-final, stretching Belgium's defence and playing a key role in Spain's attacking display. Belgium devoted significant defensive attention to Yamal, with Jeremy Doku regularly tracking back to support Maxim De Cuyper.

Barcelona’s youthful core is one of the most exciting in Europe, but latest reports suggest Hansi Flick wants to target older players in the summer. That's right - he's reportedly request for players aged 26–28 and that reveals a clear strategic gap. This age bracket is typically considered a footballer’s “prime,” where physical peak, tactical intelligence, and emotional composure intersect. Right now, Barca rely heavily on emerging stars still learning to manage high-pressure moments.