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Balogun's $70M Price Tag: Barcelona's Next Striker?
26 Aug
Summary
- Folarin Balogun scored 19 goals for AS Monaco last season.
- Barcelona seeks a striker after Lewandowski's departure.
- Monaco has set a $70 million asking price for Balogun.
United States men's national team striker Folarin Balogun is reportedly on FC Barcelona's transfer radar. The 25-year-old forward, who scored 19 goals for AS Monaco in all competitions last season, also impressed with three goals at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Monaco paid $32.5 million for Balogun in 2023 and has now set an asking price of $70 million. Barcelona is seeking a new striker following Robert Lewandowski's free transfer to Chicago Fire FC. Stu Holden, a commentator, believes Balogun would be a worthwhile investment for Barcelona, citing his goal-scoring ability, speed, and skill on the ball.
If the move materializes, Balogun could become the third American player to represent FC Barcelona, following Sergiño Dest and Konrad de la Fuente. Balogun himself has expressed intrigue and confidence about a potential move to the Catalan club.
