Spanish football icon Gaizka Mendieta has hinted that Barcelona might pursue Liverpool striker Alexander Isak in the foreseeable future. The former midfielder is aware of Robert Lewandowski's situation in Catalonia and believes his old club may turn their attention towards Isak.

Lewandowski, who has netted 105 goals in 156 appearances for Barca, marked his 37th birthday in August and is approaching the final stages of a legendary career. His contract expires next summer, though the Blaugrana possess an option to extend his tenure by an additional 12 months. Isak, 26, is still in his prime and was the subject of a record-breaking £125million move to Anfield during the summer.

However, despite this development, the Sweden international could be destined for pastures new should Barca come calling, according to Mendieta.

"There was talk in Spain of Alexander Isak going to Barcelona before he joined Liverpool, who are stronger financially," he told OLBG.

"Of course, there will be links between the best strikers and Real Madrid and Barcelona. At the moment Barca still have Robert Lewandowski, but they'll be looking for his replacement next year and Isak will be looked at.

"He's...