Barcelona eyes Julian Alvarez as Ferran Torres faces potential exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:20 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Barcelona is preparing for a critical week regarding their squad as Ferran Torres expresses a desire to leave amid interest from PSG. The club aims to sign Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid, viewed as a replacement for Robert Lewandowski. Although Barcelona remains committed to pursuing the transfer amidst a shortage of top strikers, they have indicated no plans for panic buys. The situation is complicated, as Alvarez is under contract until 2030 but has demonstrated eagerness to join Barcelona. The Catalans hope Alvarez will reinforce his wish for a transfer when pre-season training begins on August 10.
- •Ferran Torres hints at a summer exit from Barcelona involving PSG interest.
- •Barcelona targets Julian Alvarez as a replacement for Robert Lewandowski.
- •Alvarez remains keen to leave Atletico Madrid for Barcelona.
- •Barcelona will not rush into signings, prioritizing Alvarez over alternatives.
- •The club's decision-making is time-sensitive with the August 10 training camp approaching.
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona won’t make any panic buys; remain keen on signing Atletico Madrid superstar
"Barcelona are gearing up for an important week ahead. Their star player Ferran Torres has already hinted that he may leave the club this summer amid interest from PSG.Barcelona are looking to sign Jul...
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