Julian Alvarez considers Arsenal move amid Atletico Madrid situation
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Julian Alvarez is reportedly shifting his focus towards a potential move to Arsenal, as Atletico Madrid blocks any chance of joining Barcelona. Alvarez has missed two consecutive training sessions, citing illness. Recent developments indicate that he is contemplating leaving Atletico for Arsenal, with a resolution expected by Friday. Arsenal has suggested they would utilize Alvarez in his preferred position, potentially making a lucrative offer that surpasses their record transfer fee. With both Viktor Gyokeres and Gabriel Jesus attracting Atletico's interest, a part-exchange deal could also be on the table.
- •Julian Alvarez is considering a move to Arsenal.
- •Atletico Madrid restricts his potential transfer to Barcelona.
- •Alvarez has missed training due to illness.
- •Arsenal aims to make a record-breaking offer for him.
- •Timeline for a decision is set for Friday.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal’s chances of signing Barcelona top target this summer rising – report
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal’s top striker target now finally considering move
"Barcelona may have been trying to sign Julian Alvarez since the start of the summer transfer window but it looks increasingly likely that the Catalans won’t get him.Atletico Madrid have been stubbor...
"Julian Alvarez has finally accepted that Atletico Madrid won’t let him join Barcelona, and he’s now considering a move to Arsenal, according to a report.Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty ImagesSpanish...
"Atletico Madrid say they will not enter into negotiations with Barcelona for striker Julian Alvarez, who is considering a move to Arsenal.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 5:00 PMArsenal’s chances of signing Barcelona top target this summer rising – report
Barcelona may have been trying to sign Julian Alvarez since the start of the summer transfer window but it looks increasingly likely that the Catalans won’t get him.Atletico Madrid have been stubbor...
- Yahoo SportsAug 27, 2026, 11:05 AMArsenal’s top striker target now finally considering move
Julian Alvarez has finally accepted that Atletico Madrid won’t let him join Barcelona, and he’s now considering a move to Arsenal, according to a report.Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty ImagesSpanish...
- Sky Sports Football—'London or Madrid' - Alvarez's Arsenal ultimatum explained
Atletico Madrid say they will not enter into negotiations with Barcelona for striker Julian Alvarez, who is considering a move to Arsenal.
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