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Julian Alvarez prefers Barcelona over Real Madrid, says Argentina insider

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 6:16 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Julian Alvarez prefers Barcelona over Real Madrid, says Argentina insider

Summary

Julian Alvarez, the Atletico Madrid forward, reportedly has his sights set solely on Barcelona, according to Argentina journalist Gaston Edul. Despite strong interest from Real Madrid, including a €150 million bid, Alvarez's preference has remained clear. Edul stated that negotiations for Alvarez's transfer will be extensive as Atletico Madrid publicly resists selling him. Alvarez has expressed a desire to leave the club, indicating Barcelona as his “dream” destination. The ongoing situation highlights the dynamics of player preferences in transfer discussions.

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By the Numbers

•Julian Alvarez aims to leave Atletico Madrid this summer.
•Gaston Edul claims Alvarez isn't interested in Real Madrid.
•Real Madrid made a €150 million offer for the striker.
•Barcelona and Atletico Madrid both rejected initial bids for Alvarez.
•Alvarez expressed his desire to leave Atletico officials.

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6:16 AMYahoo Sports — Argentina insider claims Julian Alvarez only had eyes for Barcelona and ‘never’ Real Madrid

What they're saying

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Julian Alvarez may have been linked to both of Spain’s biggest clubs, but according to Argentina insider Gaston Edul, there was only ever one destination the striker had his sights set on. Alvarez’s future has become one of the summer’s biggest talking points after the Atletico Madrid forward publicly admitted he wants to leave the club in pursuit of what he described as his “dream”.
— Yahoo Sports

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