Barcelona plan to renew interest in Julian Alvarez during January window

Barcelona intend to pursue a deal for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez when the transfer window opens in January. The Catalan club failed to secure the 26-year-old during the summer despite making several offers that were rejected by his current team. Although Barcelona have since added Gabriel Jesus to their squad, they maintain that Alvarez remains their primary target. Club officials have reportedly communicated this interest to the player's camp to ensure he remains a focal point for future recruitment efforts. Atletico Madrid, however, showed little desire to negotiate during the summer and are unlikely to facilitate a mid-season departure for a key player. Should negotiations resume in January, both clubs would need to overcome significant financial hurdles and resolve the lack of incentive for Atletico Madrid to part with the player during a competitive campaign.

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