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Julian Alvarez speaks to Mikel Arteta, rules out Arsenal move

4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 11:20 AM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Julian Alvarez speaks to Mikel Arteta, rules out Arsenal move
Summary

Julian Alvarez has communicated his reluctance to join Arsenal during a discussion with manager Mikel Arteta. Despite Arsenal's willingness to negotiate with Atletico Madrid, Alvarez's preference remains a move to Barcelona, which Atletico has deemed impossible. Sources indicate that Alvarez's current situation is confusing for him, affecting his decision-making. With the transfer window closing soon, Arsenal will not proceed with negotiations unless Alvarez shows genuine interest in their project.

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Status Watch
  • •Julian Alvarez speaks with Mikel Arteta about a potential transfer.
  • •Alvarez makes clear he does not want to join Arsenal.
  • •Atletico Madrid has blocked Alvarez's desired move to Barcelona.
  • •Arsenal sees a transfer as unlikely without Alvarez's interest.
  • •Alvarez faces a difficult decision ahead of the transfer window deadline.
Latest Updates
  • 11:20 AMYahoo Sports — Deadline day latest on Arsenal’s Julian Alvarez pursuit
  • 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Report: Arsenal still hoping to land Julian Alvarez on deadline day
  • 7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona target Julian Alvarez says ‘no’ to Arsenal ahead of transfer deadline
  • 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona target Julian Alvarez speaks to Mikel Arteta but refuses to open door to Arsenal transfer
What they're saying
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Arsenal Plot Julian Alvarez Deal as Barcelona Clause and Family Move Become Key FactorsArsenal are continuing to monitor the Julian Alvarez situation closely, with significant groundwork now being don...

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Julian Alvarez has rejected the possibility of joining Arsenal, dealing another blow to his chances of leaving Atletico Madrid on transfer deadline day and keeping his long-term Barcelona dream alive....

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Julian Alvarez isn’t set to join Arsenal on deadline day, with the player seemingly preparing to stay at Atletico Madrid, according to a report.Photo by David Ramos/Getty ImagesJulian Alvarez is set...

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