Julián Alvarez's future uncertain as Arsenal and Atlético enter talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 8:50 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Atlético Madrid's Julián Alvarez may be leaving the club as negotiations begin following his public desire to depart. Atlético's management has shifted its stance regarding a sale, though they will not entertain a transfer to Barcelona. Instead, they will discuss terms with Premier League champions Arsenal, despite Alvarez preferring a move to Barcelona. With less than two weeks left in the transfer window, the situation is evolving rapidly.
- •Alvarez has expressed a desire to leave Atlético Madrid.
- •Atlético Madrid will negotiate with Arsenal over Alvarez's transfer.
- •The club refuses to allow Alvarez to join Barcelona.
- •Negotiations come as the transfer window approaches its deadline.
- 8:50 PMYahoo Sports — Fresh Julián Alvarez twist: Arsenal, Atlético & Barcelona all on alert
"A fresh twist has been noted in the saga surrounding the future of Atlético Madrid star Julián Alvarez on Thursday evening.This comes amid the understanding that the brass at the Metropolitano, all...
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