Barcelona begins the 2026 season with two key problems to solve. The first is the lack of a starting striker, as Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres have left. The squad is now shorter in terms of numbers and quality than last season. Coach Hansi Flick has to solve that problem in the forward line. The other focus of attention is the defense, where Barcelona has just lost Ronald Araújo because he has gone to Liverpool. The Uruguayan played in many matches and was the captain. Barcelona is studying the possibility of signing Natan, a 25-year-old Brazilian center-back from Real Betis, to strengthen the defense. The squad is now shorter in terms of numbers and quality than last season. Barcelona is 9 points ahead of Real Madrid in the La Liga table. Next week, Barcelona will play against Levante in an important match.