Barcelona turn to shock La Liga veteran as Julian Alvarez alternative

Barcelona turn to shock La Liga veteran as Julian Alvarez alternative

Barcelona are reportedly keen on signing Mallorca's Vedat Muriqi as a shock alternative to Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez.

It’s been widely reported that Barcelona are looking to sign a new striker this summer, with Alvarez, 26, said to be their priority target.

Atletico Madrid aren’t budging on their €100m+ asking price, however, which would be a struggle for Barca to match.

According to SPORT, Muriqi, 31, has emerged as an alternative, and Barcelona have already reached out to the player’s representatives.

Muriqi has been in sensational form for relegation threated Mallorca this season, scoring 21 goals in his 30 La Liga games.