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Barcelona considers Jhon Duran as alternative to Julian Alvarez

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 8:25 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Barcelona considers Jhon Duran as alternative to Julian Alvarez

Summary

Barcelona is exploring options for a forward as negotiations for Julian Alvarez continue. Jhon Duran has surfaced as a potential alternative after the Colombian striker's limited success at Al-Nassr. Duran, who is keen to return to European football, has previously attracted interest from Barcelona's sporting director Deco. Al-Nassr has permitted Duran's representatives to seek a new club, potentially leading to a loan arrangement with an option to buy. Benfica is also pursuing Duran, who seeks to reignite his career.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona prioritizes Julian Alvarez but prepares alternative plans.
•Jhon Duran's relationship with Barcelona is established from previous interest.
•Duran wants to leave Al-Nassr where he has struggled.
•Al-Nassr allows Duran's entourage to seek new opportunities.
•Benfica has opened talks with Duran's representatives.

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8:25 AMYahoo Sports — Former forward target reappears on Barcelona radar as Julian Alvarez alternative

What they're saying

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It is known that Barcelona continue to prioritise the signing of Julian Alvarez, but the club is also preparing contingency plans in case negotiations with Atletico Madrid fail to produce an agreement...
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