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Barcelona manager Hansi Flick is reportedly a keen admirer of Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy, signaling the Catalan giants’ proactive planning for a future without their veteran goalscorer, Robert Lewandowski.
The Post-Lewandowski Era: A Strategic Search
At 37, Robert Lewandowski remains one of football’s most prolific strikers, boasting an illustrious career with Dortmund, Bayern Munich, and Barcelona, including a domestic treble in the 2024–25 season. However, with his contract set to expire next summer, questions about his longevity at the elite level are naturally arising.
Barcelona’s management is acutely aware of the need to identify a successor, and Guirassy has emerged as a prime candidate on Flick’s radar. The German publication BILD has confirmed Flick’s strong admiration for the Dortmund star, whose exceptional form has not gone unnoticed.
Guirassy’s Explosive Rise
Guirassy’s move from VfB Stuttgart to Borussia Dortmund has seen him elevate his game to new heights. Flick, intimately familiar with the Bundesliga from his successful tenure at Bayern, witnessed Guirassy’s prowess firsthand when the striker netted a hat-trick against his side in the 2024–25 Champions League quarterfinals.
That season, Guirassy sensationally finished as the joint top goalscorer in the Champions League with 13 goals, alongside Barcelona’s Raphinha, significantly boosting his transfer market value. His red-hot form has continued into the current 2025–26 season, with four goals in as many Bundesliga games, demonstrating his sustained hunger for goals.
Financial Realities and Presidential Ambitions
While Flick may be a strong proponent of signing Guirassy, Barcelona’s transfer strategy is often influenced by complex financial considerations and presidential prerogatives. Reports from BILD suggest a division of opinion within the club regarding Guirassy.
Club president Joan Laporta, who is eyeing a second consecutive term (and third overall) in the June 2026 elections, is reportedly keen to explore more high-profile alternatives. Laporta has historically expressed interest in marquee strikers like Julián Álvarez and Erling Haaland, believing such signings could bolster his electoral prospects, provided the club’s finances permit.
However, acquiring players of Álvarez’s or Haaland’s caliber would demand a monumental financial outlay, a challenge Barcelona has faced in recent years due to ongoing renovations at Camp Nou and the need to secure key existing players like Lamine Yamal and Raphinha. This financial reality might compel Barcelona to pivot towards more attainable, albeit still significant, targets like Guirassy, who would nonetheless command a substantial fee from Dortmund.
The Road Ahead for Barcelona’s Attack
The pursuit of a new striker underscores Barcelona’s commitment to maintaining a potent attack. While the specific target remains subject to internal debate and financial constraints, Hansi Flick’s clear interest in Serhou Guirassy highlights a strategic vision for the club’s future front line. The coming transfer windows will reveal whether Flick’s preferred target aligns with the club’s broader ambitions and financial capabilities.
Roberto Casillas is a Sports Illustrated FC freelance writer covering Liga MX, the Mexican National Team & Latin American players in Europe. He is a die-hard Cruz Azul and Chelsea fan.
