100 million euros to sign Götze as Lewandowski's replacement; Flick strongly recommends; last season 38 goals and 9 assists; Barca faces internal disagreements.

Barca's key striker Lewandowski is 37 years old, and Rashford does not fit the striker role, meaning Barca must acquire a new high-performing striker next summer to replace Lewandowski.

According to the German media "Bild," Barca's coach Flick is eager to sign Dortmund's leading scorer Götze, with the transfer fee estimated at 100 million euros. Earlier Spanish reports stated that Barca has identified Götze as their primary target for next summer's transfer window. Flick highly values Götze's abilities and believes he fits perfectly with his tactical plans. However, there are differing opinions within Barca, as club president Laporta prefers signing a more high-profile forward.

It is reported that Götze's brother and agent, Kalamba, is currently recommending him to top clubs across the five major leagues, aiming to secure a new contract with a higher salary than his current pre-tax annual wage of 9.43 million euros.

Götze joined Dortmund in the summer 2024 transfer window for 18 million euros from Stuttgart, at which time his market value on Transfermarkt was as high as 40 million euros. Since moving to the Yellow and Blacks, Götze has been very efficient, scoring 34 goals and providing 7 assists in 45 matches across all competitions last season.

Now 29 years old, Götze stands 1.87 meters tall, is a right-footed striker, valued at 45 million euros on Transfermarkt, and is under contract with Dortmund until 2028. He has maintained his excellent form from last season, scoring 4 goals in the first 4 Bundesliga matches this season and providing 1 assist in the opening Champions League match.