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Barcelona appreciates Julian Alvarez's public transfer request amid negotiations

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 11:20 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Barcelona appreciates Julian Alvarez's public transfer request amid negotiations

Summary

Julian Alvarez publicly expressed his desire to leave Atletico Madrid following a match, reportedly prompting Barcelona to act. Alvarez's statement changes the dynamics of potential negotiations between Barcelona and Atletico. Barcelona previously submitted a €100 million bid, which was rejected. A new offer around €130 million is expected soon, contingent on Atletico's response as they currently demand the player's full release clause for a transfer.

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Key Details

•Julian Alvarez openly calls for a transfer from Atletico Madrid.
•Barcelona previously made a €100 million bid for Alvarez.
•Atletico Madrid rejected Barcelona's offer, viewing Alvarez as untransferable.
•A new bid from Barcelona of around €130 million is anticipated soon.
•Negotiations depend on Atletico's willingness to sell after Alvarez's statement.

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11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona very grateful to Julian Alvarez over public gesture, will not leave him high and dry

What they're saying

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For all the media speculation and leaks about any potential transfer in world football, it is exceedingly rare for a player to openly come out and speak towards an exit.After all, making such a move h...
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