Barcelona targets Julián Alvarez as Atlético situation deteriorates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:41 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
FC Barcelona has officially expressed interest in Julián Alvarez, following a difficult situation for the player at Atlético Madrid. Alvarez faced backlash from supporters last weekend, prompting Barcelona president Joan Laporta to make a public appeal for his transfer. The club is positioned to make an offer if Atlético decides to sell during the current window. Further developments regarding Alvarez's future are anticipated, as Barcelona's pursuit becomes more pronounced.
- •Barcelona publicly declares interest in Julián Alvarez.
- •Alvarez has faced criticism from Atlético Madrid supporters.
- •Joan Laporta emphasizes respect for Atlético in the proposal.
- •Barcelona is ready to make an offer this transfer window.
- 12:41 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Barcelona officially make their move for Julián Alvarez
"The trigger?While Julián Alvarez's situation at Atlético Madrid seems to have reached a point of no return last weekend after Madrid supporters whistled at him, FC Barcelona may have just played its...
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