Barcelona explores striker alternatives amid Julian Alvarez pursuit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Barcelona is committed to signing Julian Alvarez this summer but is considering alternative striker options. The club has begun discussions for potential targets if negotiations with Atletico Madrid do not progress. Hansi Flick views Alvarez as ideal for his system, but Atletico's reluctance remains a barrier. Darwin Nunez has emerged as a consideration among other alternatives. Barcelona hopes room remains for negotiations later in the transfer window.
- •Barcelona aims to strengthen Hansi Flick's frontline.
- •The club remains focused on Julian Alvarez, despite negotiation challenges.
- •Darwin Nunez is among the alternative targets being discussed.
- •Atletico Madrid shows reluctance to negotiate with Barcelona.
- •Negotiations may continue later in the transfer window.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona begin exploring alternatives to Hansi Flick’s preferred target – Romano
"Barcelona remain fully committed to signing Julian Alvarez this summer, but the club is no longer placing all their hopes on one deal as they look to strengthen Hansi Flick’s frontline ahead of the ...
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