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Barcelona meeting with Julian Alvarez's agents on transfer plans

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Barcelona meeting with Julian Alvarez's agents on transfer plans

Summary

Barcelona is preparing for a significant meeting with the agents of Julian Alvarez this week to strategize on a potential transfer. The club remains focused on signing the Argentine forward, currently under contract with Atletico Madrid, which has been firm in its refusal to sell. As Alvarez is scheduled to return to Atletico's training on August 10, his agents are expected to discuss possible avenues for a transfer. The situation is complicated by Barcelona's need to fill the void left by Robert Lewandowski's departure, with alternatives being discussed but Alvarez still positioned as the top target.

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Status Watch

•Barcelona aims to solidify transfer plans with Alvarez's representatives
•Atletico Madrid remains unlikely to sell despite Barcelona's interest
•Alvarez is expected to report to Atletico training on August 10
•Barcelona could face a shortage of strikers if Alvarez does not join
•Ferran Torres's potential departure adds urgency to the situation

Latest Updates

4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona set for key meeting with Julian Alvarez’s agents to define transfer strategy – report

What they're saying

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The Julian Alvarez transfer saga this summer is turning into a classic “will he, will he not?” situation for Barcelona, as they continue to search for their Robert Lewandowski successor.The club h...
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