Atletico opens Arsenal doors to want-away Julian Alvarez
Arsenal’s attempt to sign Julian Alvarez has hit a major obstacle after Atletico Madrid reportedly agreed to negotiate his departure, but the striker remains determined to join Barcelona.
Arsenal’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez has taken another dramatic turn, with Atletico Madrid reportedly prepared to sanction the Argentina international’s departure to north London, only for the striker to resist the move.
Reports from Spain indicate that Atletico have become increasingly willing to part ways with Alvarez after months of uncertainty surrounding his future, although the club remains firmly opposed to strengthening Barcelona, his preferred destination.
The 26-year-old reportedly wants to join the Catalan giants and has rejected the prospect of moving to Arsenal despite the Premier League club’s interest.
The situation has developed after Barcelona struggled to make progress in their efforts to prise Alvarez away from Atletico, prompting the Spanish champions to consider alternative options for their attack.
Alvarez’s stance has left Arsenal facing a difficult situation despite their willingness to pursue one of Europe’s leading forwards.
The striker joined Atletico from Manchester City in 2024 for a reported package worth up to €95 million and has since established himself as a key attacking figure in Diego Simeone’s squad.
However, his future has become increasingly uncertain, with Simeone recently confirming that Alvarez would be left out of Atletico’s LaLiga opener amid the ongoing transfer dispute.
