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Julian Alvarez seeks transfer from Atletico Madrid amid interest from Barcelona

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 11:55 PM

Last updated Jun 22, 2026

Julian Alvarez seeks transfer from Atletico Madrid amid interest from Barcelona

Summary

Julian Alvarez has expressed his desire to leave Atletico Madrid during the summer transfer window. Following Argentina’s win over Iraq in the FIFA World Cup, Alvarez stated he wants to fulfill his 'dream' with a move. Barcelona has engaged in discussions regarding a €100 million transfer, while Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain are also interested. Alvarez’s relationship with manager Diego Simeone is reportedly strained, and Atletico is hesitant to let him go without an exceptional offer. Barcelona is expected to make a renewed bid soon, as Alvarez has indicated a preference to join them over other clubs.

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By the Numbers

•Alvarez aims to leave Atletico Madrid to fulfill his dream.
•Barcelona is reportedly his preferred destination.
•Discussions regarding a €100 million transfer have taken place.
•Atletico will only consider exceptional offers for Alvarez.
•Alvarez has scored 49 goals in 106 appearances for Atletico.

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11:55 PMYahoo Sports — Julian Alvarez makes transfer admission amid Arsenal and Barcelona links

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Julian Alvarez has told Atletico Madrid that he wants to leave the club in the summer transfer window to fulfill his “dream”. The Argentina international dropped the bombshell admission in an int...
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