Barcelona have been forced to rethink their transfer strategy after Chelsea informed them that Brazilian forward João Pedro is not available for sale. According to a report from TEAMtalk, the Catalan giants have now turned their attention to Paris Saint-Germain striker Gonçalo Ramos as a potential reinforcement for their frontline.
The 22-year-old Portuguese international joined PSG from Benfica in a deal worth around €65 million last summer. Despite a promising start in the French capital, Ramos has not been a guaranteed starter, which has led to speculation about his future. Barcelona see him as a versatile attacking option who can play both as a center-forward and in wider roles.
Barcelona's pursuit of a new striker stems from a need to add depth behind Robert Lewandowski. The Polish striker has carried much of the scoring burden this season, and the club wants to ensure they have a reliable backup or alternative for the coming campaigns. João Pedro, who has impressed for Brighton in the Premier League, was considered a prime target, but Chelsea's stance has forced the Blaugrana to pivot.
Gonçalo Ramos made his name at Benfica, where he scored 22 goals in 47 appearances during the 2022–23 season before moving to PSG. His physicality and technical ability make him a potentially strong fit for Xavi's system. However, PSG may be reluctant to let him go, especially after investing heavily in his transfer. The French champions are also dealing with their own squad planning, which could complicate negotiations.
Barcelona's financial constraints remain a factor. The club is still operating under La Liga's strict salary cap regulations and will need to structure any potential deal carefully. A loan with an option to buy might be a more realistic approach, as seen in previous windows. The coming weeks will be crucial as the January transfer window approaches.
For now, Barcelona's recruitment team is assessing both the availability and the cost of signing Ramos. The club's hierarchy is determined to strengthen the squad, but they must balance ambition with financial prudence. Any move would depend on PSG's willingness to negotiate and the player's desire to join the Catalan side.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.