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Barcelona considers alternatives as Julian Alvarez signing faces hurdles

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 6:40 AM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Barcelona considers alternatives as Julian Alvarez signing faces hurdles

Summary

Barcelona continues to pursue Julian Alvarez but is preparing for potential obstacles in securing him. Sporting director Deco and manager Hansi Flick see Alvarez as the ideal long-term option for the No.9 position. However, complications arise from sporting and financial aspects, leading the club to compile a shortlist of alternatives. Among them are Harry Kane, Junior Kroupi, and Mikel Oyarzabal, each presenting different challenges and valuation concerns.

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By the Numbers

•Julian Alvarez remains Barcelona's top target for the forward position.
•Harry Kane is admired but likely unavailable due to Bayern Munich's stance.
•Junior Kroupi, valued at €100 million, poses a financial challenge for Barcelona.
•Mikel Oyarzabal, with a release clause of €75 million, is another option to consider.
•Barcelona's focus remains on Alvarez as they explore potential alternatives.

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6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona identify three blockbuster alternatives as Julian Alvarez dream faces obstacles

What they're saying

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Barcelona’s pursuit of Julian Alvarez remains very much alive, but the club is already preparing for the possibility that their dream signing may prove impossible to secure.As reported before, the A...
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