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Julian Alvarez seeks new agent amid Arsenal interest and contract uncertainty

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 9:30 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Julian Alvarez seeks new agent amid Arsenal interest and contract uncertainty

Summary

Julian Alvarez, currently with Atletico Madrid, has dismissed his long-serving agent after a failed move to Barcelona. Arsenal remains interested in signing the forward, who had initially shown a preference for Barca. Alvarez's decision follows a challenging start to the season, leaving his future at Atletico uncertain. His father is reportedly searching for new representation, with Javier Pastore a possible candidate. Arsenal hopes that a new agent could facilitate a reconsideration of a move to the Premier League.

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Status Watch

•Julian Alvarez has left his agent after failing to join Barcelona.
•Arsenal continues to monitor Alvarez's situation and maintain interest.
•Alvarez remains under contract with Atletico Madrid until 2030.
•His father is leading the search for a new representative.
•Arsenal believes a new agent could change Alvarez's mind about moving.

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9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Julian Alvarez makes decision that could affect his future amidst Arsenal interest

What they're saying

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Julian Alvarez remains an important transfer target for Arsenal, and the Argentina international has made a decision that could affect his future.During the summer, the Gunners did everything possible...
— Yahoo Sports

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