Barcelona eye veteran La Liga striker as low-cost option; could cost less than €40m release clause

Barcelona set sights on Vedat Muriqi. (Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty Images)

Standing at 1.94m, he offers a very different profile from Barcelona’s current options, which is precisely why he is appealing: strong in the air, capable of holding off defenders, and with a sharp instinct inside the box.

€40 million release clause

As per the report, Barcelona have already made initial moves through intermediaries to understand his situation, although no direct contact has yet been made with the player’s camp.

Muriqi, aware of the growing interest after his strong performances, prefers to stay focused on finishing the season well before making any decisions.

The 31-year-old forward has a €40 million release clause and is under contract until 2029, although sources close to him suggest he could leave for a significantly lower fee depending on Mallorca’s sporting situation.

In this case, Barça have been tracking him for weeks, believing that if Mallorca were to be relegated, his price could drop further. They will continue monitoring him and will assess his performance until the end of the season before making a final decision.

Muriqi is not the only name on the table. As previously reported, Barcelona are also interested in Alexander Sorloth of Atletico Madrid, who offers a similarly physical profile and experience in La Liga.