Julian Alvarez speaks to Mikel Arteta, rules out Arsenal move
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 11:25 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
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.
- •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.
- 11:25 AMYahoo Sports — Barcelona target Julian Alvarez speaks to Mikel Arteta but refuses to open door to Arsenal transfer
"Arsenal’s hopes of signing Barcelona target Julian Alvarez appear to be fading, with David Ornstein reporting on TNT Sports that a move to the Emirates Stadium is currently considered unlikely.The j...
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