Porto forward Samu Omorodion is reportedly firmly on Barcelona’s radar, with the Catalan giants keen to sign a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski during next summer’s transfer window.
Lewandowski has been in outstanding form for Barcelona this season, scoring 19 goals and registering two assists in 17 appearances in all competitions, including five goals in four Champions League outings.
The 36-year-old has a contract at Camp Nou until June 2026, with the option of a further 12 months, and due to his form this season, he will likely spend at least one more campaign with Hansi Flick’s side.
Omorodion is said to be wanted by Barcelona, with the forward making an impressive start to life at Porto, scoring 12 goals in 13 appearances in all competitions, including four goals in four Europa League outings.
The 20-year-old spent last season on loan at Alaves from Atletico Madrid and had been tipped to be a part of the first-team squad at Wanda Metropolitan during the 2024-25 campaign.
However, Atletico instead decided to bring in Alexander Sorloth and Julian Alvarez to boost their forward options, with Omorodion being allowed to depart, and he was widely expected to move to Chelsea.
A proposed switch to Stamford Bridge ultimately fell through, with Porto stepping in to sign him, and the forward has been in excellent form in the early stages of the season.
Chelsea are still believed to have an interest in the youngster, while it is believed that
Manchester United are monitoring his situation closely, and the Red Devils are also keen to sign a striker next year.
Omorodion’s form this season has seen him earn a spot in the Spain squad for the national team’s November internationals against Denmark and Switzerland in the UEFA Nations League.
The forward could make his La Roja debut against Denmark on Friday night, and Barcelona allegedly believes that he could be the ideal replacement for Lewandowski when the striker eventually moves on.
Porto would reportedly be willing to let Omorodion leave for a fee in the region of €40m.
