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Barcelona pursues Premier League forward as Alvarez deal stalls

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 7:20 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Barcelona pursues Premier League forward as Alvarez deal stalls

Summary

Barcelona is facing challenges in acquiring Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid, prompting a renewed interest in Eli Junior Kroupi. Technical director Deco is exploring alternatives due to Atletico's unwillingness to negotiate on Alvarez. Kroupi, a standout performer for Bournemouth with 13 goals in 35 matches this season, has re-emerged as a target. However, Bournemouth has declared the 20-year-old non-transferable, asserting he is crucial to their project as they prepare for European competition. Despite the complications, Barcelona is expected to test Bournemouth's resolve in the transfer market.

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By the Numbers

•Barcelona struggles to sign Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid.
•Eli Junior Kroupi has re-entered Barcelona's transfer plans.
•Bournemouth refuses to sell Kroupi and values him highly.
•Kroupi scored 13 goals in his debut Premier League season.
•Barcelona may attempt to reopen talks with Bournemouth.

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7:20 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona activate operation to sign Premier League forward amid complications in Alvarez pursuit

What they're saying

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Barcelona’s search for a new number nine has hit obstacle after obstacle this summer, with top target Julian Alvarez proving increasingly difficult to prise away from Atletico Madrid.That frustratio...
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