Julian Alvarez prefers Barcelona move over Arsenal interest amid transfer saga
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Julian Alvarez, a standout for Atletico Madrid, has expressed a strong desire to join Barcelona, despite interest from Arsenal. With the transfer window closing soon, Atletico is under pressure to retain him. Fabrizio Romano noted that while Arsenal is monitoring the situation, Alvarez has yet to entertain a move to England and was included in Atletico's squad for their upcoming home opener. His commitment to Atletico remains uncertain as the clock ticks down on potential negotiations.
- •Alvarez only wants to join Barcelona, rejecting Arsenal.
- •Atletico Madrid faces pressure to keep Alvarez amid ongoing rumors.
- •Barcelona has limited time to secure Alvarez before the transfer window closes.
- •Alvarez is included in Atletico's squad for their home opener.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona top target considering the possibility of a shock move to Arsenal
- 6:40 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona top target only wants to move to Camp Nou amid Arsenal interest – Romano
"Throughout the better part of last two months, Julian Alvarez has made it clear that he only wants to join Barcelona.The Argentine international has been identified as the ideal man to spearhead Barce...
"Time is running out for Barcelona in their quest to sign Atletico Madrid superstar Julian Alvarez.Although Atleti are getting pressurised with each passing minute, the club still remain keen on holdin...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 11:00 AMBarcelona top target considering the possibility of a shock move to Arsenal
Throughout the better part of last two months, Julian Alvarez has made it clear that he only wants to join Barcelona.The Argentine international has been identified as the ideal man to spearhead Barce...
- Yahoo SportsAug 23, 2026, 6:40 AMBarcelona top target only wants to move to Camp Nou amid Arsenal interest – Romano
Time is running out for Barcelona in their quest to sign Atletico Madrid superstar Julian Alvarez.Although Atleti are getting pressurised with each passing minute, the club still remain keen on holdin...
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