According to El Nacional, Milan striker Christopher Nkunku is Deco’s favored alternative if Barcelona fails to sign Alvarez.

L'Equipe reports that Barcelona have contacted the representatives of AC Milan forward Christopher Nkunku. The club wants to reduce their squad size and has informed Nkunku that he is not in Ruben Amorim's plans. Barcelona's approach comes during their search for replacements for Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres. AC Milan could allow a loan departure.

L'Equipe reported that the representatives of Christopher Nkunku met with Barcelona. Christopher Nkunku is one of the candidates to potentially replace Ferran Torres. The primary obstacle for Barcelona is the player's salary, which is more than 6 million euros net per year. Nkunku was also seen at Linate airport.

According to CalcioMercato.com, a swap deal has been proposed involving AC Milan and FC Barcelona, which would see the Italian club offer Christopher Nkunku for Robert Lewandowski. The same source states AC Milan is soon to meet with agent Pini Zahavi and Barcelona coach Hansi Flick to explore the possibility of a transfer. However, according to "Mundo Deportivo", sources close to Lewandowski have categorically denied these reports.