Barcelona Nears Signing of German Forward Karim Adeyemi

FC Barcelona is nearing an agreement to sign German forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund, according to multiple media reports confirmed by sources within the Catalan club. The club aims to finalize the deal swiftly so Adeyemi can join the team's preseason training, which begins Monday with physical and medical tests.

Adeyemi, 24, has featured in 146 matches for Dortmund over the past four seasons, scoring 36 goals and providing 25 assists. His playing time diminished in the last season as the German club recognized his reluctance to extend his contract, which is set to expire on June 30, 2027. Adeyemi has also represented Germany 11 times, scoring one goal. Notably, Barcelona's current coach, Hansi Flick, gave Adeyemi his debut for the national team.

Adeyemi joined Dortmund in 2022 for a reported €30 million after a successful stint at RB Salzburg, where he recorded 33 goals and 24 assists in 94 games. To date, Barcelona has only signed Anthony Gordon, a versatile attacker from Newcastle. The club also saw Robert Lewandowski depart upon contract expiration to join MLS side Chicago Fire.

Despite the potential Adeyemi signing, Barcelona's main objective for the upcoming season remains Julián Álvarez of Atlético de Madrid. However, securing Álvarez is considered a complex operation, with progress unlikely until after the World Cup, where his national team is scheduled to play in the quarterfinals.