Balde hails Adeyemi as Barcelona’s answer to striker void

Barcelona have signed German forward Karim Adeyemi and English winger Anthony Gordon during the summer transfer window, with no fee disclosed. Both arrivals are intended to bolster the squad ahead of the new campaign.

The club’s pursuit of Adeyemi stems from a clear need for a new number nine after their preferred target Julian Alvarez appears unrealistic, leaving a gap in the striker role.

Left‑back Alejandro Balde, who earned a break this summer after missing a World Cup call, welcomed Adeyemi to training and praised his speed, saying he is “very fast” and “impressed by just how quick he is”.

Balde added that despite only a short time together, they have built a good relationship and he sees Adeyemi as a calm player who could make an instant impact.

The summer transfer window has been described as very decent, with Barça completing the signings of Anthony Gordon and Karim Adeyemi, yet the search for a new number nine remains elusive.

Balde outlined his own goals to keep improving and learning as a very young player, while stating Barcelona aim to continue their current path and win more trophies.

While Adeyemi settles into the squad, Barcelona continue to explore alternatives for the striker position, acknowledging that securing Julian Alvarez remains unlikely; the club’s ability to blend the new arrivals with existing talent will determine whether they can close the gap and achieve their trophy ambitions.

Reflecting on his Barça career, Balde highlighted the dramatic Clasico victory where he provided the assist for Franck Kessie’s winner and his favourite goal, a strike against Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final.