AS reported that Barcelona is not fixated on signing a center forward this summer. While awaiting progress on the Álvareztransfer, the teamis confident that its existing attacking lineup is sufficient for the new season.

The strongest basis for this is the extreme versatility shown by the two forward signings completed this summer. Antony-Gordon and Adeyemi can both play in any of the three forward positions, with the Englishman particularly suited to the left wing and central roles. Both have spent most of their careers playing on the wings but have also adapted to playing centrally when needed by their former clubs.

Their versatility means Flick does not need to rely on a traditional "number 9," especially since quality center forwards are scarce on the market and their prices are rising. Furthermore, Barça has great confidence in the ability and development of young Egyptian talent Hamza Abdulkarim, who has already scored two goals in preseason.

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