The approach, reported by Marca, comes amid growing doubt over whether Robert Lewandowski will extend his contract at the club. The Polish veteran turns 38 in August, and while Barcelona had been planning to offer him a reduced one-year extension, Lewandowski is reportedly reconsidering his options and no longer treating that offer as a priority.
Sörloth's physical profile and his ability to adapt quickly to Hansi Flick's system are the main reasons for Barcelona's interest. The 30-year-old has scored 17 goals in 47 competitive appearances this season for Atlético de Madrid, starting 24 of them, and has a strong record against Barcelona specifically — including a goal as a substitute in Atlético's 2-0 Champions League quarter-final first leg win over the Catalan side earlier this month.
The timing of any deal would depend partly on what happens with Lewandowski. If the Pole stays, Sörloth would be viewed as high-quality cover. If Lewandowski leaves, the Norwegian could become the primary striker in the squad.
Sörloth moved to Atlético from Villarreal in the summer of 2024 and scored 20 goals in 35 La Liga games in his debut season. He is a commanding aerial presence and a physically dominant centre-forward, traits that suit the direct, high-pressing football Flick demands.
Barcelona are in the market for a top striker regardless of how the Lewandowski situation resolves, with the club aware that their options at centre-forward need strengthening before next season.