Barcelona Transfer News Roundup: Laliga ace wants Camp Nou move, club face Thiago Almada competition, and more - September 8, 2025

Barcelona will be determined to pick up all three points when they face Valencia at home on Sunday, September 14, in the league. Hansi Flick's team arrive at the game on the back of the disappointing 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano before the international break.

Meanwhile, Julian Alvarez has decided to join the Catalans in 2026. Elsewhere, the LaLiga champions are not the only club eyeing a move for Thiago Almada next year.

On that note, let's look at the major Barcelona transfer stories from September 8, 2025.

Julian Alvarez wants Camp Nou move

Julian Alvarez wants to join Barcelona in 2026, according to Fichajes. The Argentine forward hit the ground running after joining Atletico Madrid last summer from Manchester City.

Alvarez enjoyed an excellent debut campaign, registering 29 goals and eight assists from 57 games in all competitions. However, the 26-year-old has endured a slow start to the new season, registering one goal in three games.

Part of his troubles can be traced back to Diego Simeone's shift in tactics this campaign. While the Argentine manager used his countryman as the focal point of his attack last season, that has not been the case this year.

Alvarez has had to operate in a two-striker system at times this campaign, partnering with Alexander Sorloth. The Argentine is frustrated by the situation and is considering his options.

Interestingly, Barcelona already have the player on their wish list as a possible successor for Robert Lewandowski. The veteran Pole is in the final 12 months of his deal and could be on his way next year.

The Catalans want Alvarez to take his place, while the player is also ready for the job. The player is willing to adjust his salary to enable a move, although his €80m price tag could be a problem. However, a move could happen if the LaLiga champions manage to return to LaLiga's 1:1 rule.

Barcelona face Thiago Almada competition

Barcelona will face competition from Manchester City in the race to sign Thiago Almada, according to Fichajes. The Argentine has been quite impressive for Atletico Madrid since arriving this summer.

Almada has started all three games for Los Rojiblancos this season and has apparently turned heads at the Etihad. Pep Guardiola wants to add more firepower to his attack in 2026 and has set his sights on the 24-year-old.

Interestingly, the LaLiga champions are in the race as well, as they look for an upgrade on Marcus Rashford, who has failed to convince so far. However, the Catalans' poor finances could give Manchester City an edge in this race.

Catalans plan Eric Garcia renewal

Barcelona are hoping to tie Eric Garcia down to a new deal before the end of this year, according to SPORT. The Spaniard has started every game for the Catalans this season and has operated at right-back as well as at centre back.

Garcia is now a key figure under Hansi Flick, but his contract expires at the end of this season. Recent reports have suggested that the LaLiga champions are already planning to renew his stay until 2030. It now appears that Barcelona are looking to complete the procedure by December.