FC Barcelona continues to pursue the signing of Julián Álvarez, forward of Atlético de Madrid, as their primary objective for the summer market. However, if the attempt by the Argentine becomes impossible, the club may activate alternatives. According to club sources, Luis Suárez, forward of Sporting CP, is not one of them. The Colombian has been linked to Barça as one of the options if the signing of Julián Álvarez becomes impossible, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano, market specialist. However, shortly after, club sources denied it, pointing out that the maximum and total bet is the Argentine of Atlético. The Argentine forward continues to fight to force his transfer to Barça and the club also maintains its interest in hiring him given that it is the clear Plan A of Hansi Flick and Deco. FC Barcelona remains at the top of the league, with 84 goals scored and 30 received, which gives them a 9-point advantage over Real Madrid. Their next match is on February 21 against Levante at the Camp Nou.