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Julian Alvarez to Barcelona? This is the decision of the Argentine striker
2026-04-28 23:54:04 / SPORT
Julián Álvarez's future could be away from Atlético Madrid. According to reports in Spanish media, the 26-year-old striker has expressed his desire to move to Barcelona during the summer transfer window.
The Catalan club consider Álvarez one of the main targets to strengthen the offensive department, at a time when the future of Robert Lewandowski remains unclear and could leave at the end of the season. Barcelona aims to secure a striker who can take on the role of leader in the front line.
According to the newspaper "Sport", the Argentine player has communicated to the leaders of Atlético his willingness to move to the "Camp Nou", a signal that could significantly affect the negotiations between the parties. Meanwhile, the Catalan leaders have initiated contacts with the player's representatives, despite the reluctance of the Madrid club to let him go.
Álvarez himself, in statements before the challenge against Arsenal in the Champions League semi-final, did not rule out the possibility of a transfer, emphasizing that he cannot confirm or deny everything that is circulating in the media.
Developments in the Champions League could have a direct impact on the progress of the talks. If Atlético are eliminated, negotiations are expected to accelerate as June approaches.
Álvarez's contract with the Madrid club is valid until 2030 and includes a release clause of 500 million euros, a figure that makes any operation difficult for Barcelona, which continues to face financial constraints.
However, the striker's excellent form, 19 goals and 9 assists in 47 games this season, makes him one of the most sought-after names on the European market.
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