Joan Laporta discusses Barcelona's pursuit of Julian Alvarez from Atletico
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:50 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Barcelona president Joan Laporta reiterated the club's interest in signing Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid. Laporta stated that the Catalans have made a bid and are hopeful Atletico will accept the offer. Tensions have risen as Alvarez is reportedly being whistled by Atletico fans and advised to avoid supporters. The transfer window is nearing its end, and Alvarez has expressed a desire to move, while Atletico insists he is not for sale.
- •Barcelona remains interested in Julian Alvarez from Atletico Madrid.
- •Laporta confirmed a bid has been submitted for Alvarez.
- •Atletico Madrid insists Alvarez is not for sale this transfer window.
- •Tensions have escalated with Atletico fans whistling Alvarez.
- •The transfer window is approaching its deadline.
- 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Joan Laporta confirms Barcelona remain firmly interested in Julian Alvarez: ‘Would like our offer to be accepted’
- 12:43 PMYahoo Sports — ‘We’d like our offer accepted’ – Joan Laporta talks Barcelona’s attempts to sign Julian Alvarez
"It does increasingly feel like the saga involving Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Julian Alvarez simply does not have an end date.The Catalan club have simply not taken no for an answer all summer, pus...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 12:50 PMJoan Laporta confirms Barcelona remain firmly interested in Julian Alvarez: ‘Would like our offer to be accepted’
It does increasingly feel like the saga involving Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and Julian Alvarez simply does not have an end date.The Catalan club have simply not taken no for an answer all summer, pus...
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 12:43 PM‘We’d like our offer accepted’ – Joan Laporta talks Barcelona’s attempts to sign Julian Alvarez
The Catalans haven’t given up hope yet.
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