Xavi requests the signing of Juventus striker for Barcelona

Barcelona’s problems in front of goal are well-documented this season. While they have managed to create loads of chances every game regularly, the lack of a consistent goalscorer means often these chances go to waste. As such, the search for a striker is the top priority for Joan Laporta and co.

In an interesting turn of events, though, Javi Miguel has reported that Xavi has requested the signing of Alvaro Morata. The Atletico Madrid striker, currently on loan to Juventus, is unhappy in Turin and would be open to a move in January.

The report states that Xavi is a huge fan of the Spanish forward and is personally leading the charge for his signature. He called him to talk about his situation at Juventus, and has suggested that his signing would well exceed a six-month loan.

Morata has been far from his best this season, though. He’s scored just five goals and given two assists in 18 games this season in the league. While the entire team has been struggling under Massimiliano Allegri, Juventus’ attacking output has underperformed severely.

That said, Barcelona have been linked to several attackers across the last few months. Of course, Erling Haaland’s name tops the list, while Edinson Cavani, Hakim Ziyech, Joao Felix, and Raheem Sterling, among others make the cut as well.

With Ousmane Dembele certainly now leaving in January, it is only natural that Barça try and target another forward. Interesting few months lie ahead for the Camp Nou faithful.