Chelsea explores Julian Alvarez transfer amid Atletico Madrid situation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Chelsea officials had discussions with Atletico Madrid last Thursday regarding a potential deal for Julian Alvarez. The Argentine player has expressed his desire to leave Atletico for Barcelona, which complicates matters as Atletico prefers not to sell to a rival in La Liga. During the talks, Chelsea also discussed a transfer for Nicolas Jackson, which may influence Alvarez's situation. Arsenal is also showing interest in Alvarez, but any transfer would require him to reconsider his focus on Barcelona.
- •Chelsea explored Alvarez's transfer during talks with Atletico Madrid.
- •Alvarez wants to leave Atletico for Barcelona amid fan discontent.
- •Atletico Madrid is interested in Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea.
- •Arsenal is also keen on signing Alvarez from Atletico.
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea explore Julian Alvarez deal amid Atletico fallout
"Chelsea have explored the conditions of a possible deal to sign Julian Alvarez when holding talks with Atletico Madrid last Thursday in London.Chelsea representatives met with Atletico Madrid to discu...
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