Barcelona prepares to pursue alternatives as Julian Alvarez deal stalls
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Barcelona is in a critical position as they seek to sign Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid before their La Liga opener against Elche on Sunday. Time is limited, as the club currently lacks a recognized striker in their squad. Despite their interest, Atletico Madrid is not willing to sell Alvarez, prompting Barcelona to prepare a final attempt within the next few days. If unsuccessful, they will explore other options, with reports mentioning Ayoze Perez as a potential alternative.
- •Barcelona looks to finalize Julian Alvarez signing before La Liga's start.
- •Club has no recognized striker currently in the squad.
- •Atletico Madrid remains firm on not selling Alvarez.
- •Barcelona plans to activate alternative options if negotiations fail.
- •Ayoze Perez emerges as a potential target for the Catalan club.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Time ticking as Barcelona ready to activate Julian Alvarez Plan B in ‘two or three days’
"It’s now or never for the Argentina international.
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