Manchester City consider Julian Alvarez amid Barcelona interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Manchester City is exploring a potential move for Julian Alvarez, who is currently training alone after missing sessions with Atletico Madrid for three days. Alvarez's hopes of joining Barcelona appear dim as Atletico's CEO insists they will not negotiate with the Catalan club for the striker. Meanwhile, City, like Arsenal, faces reluctance from Alvarez to return to England and significant financial demands from Atletico, who seek at least €150 million. Alvarez's situation remains complicated as he contemplates his future amidst the ongoing developments.
- •Julian Alvarez trains individually at Atletico Madrid after fitness issues.
- •Manchester City is interested in bringing Alvarez back on loan.
- •Atletico Madrid demands €150 million for any transfer deal.
- •Alvarez's preference is still a move to Barcelona, despite obstacles.
- •City's pursuit of Alvarez has not progressed to formal negotiations.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Man City explore move Barcelona target Julian Alvarez as he trains by himself
"According to MARCA, after missing training with his Atletico Madrid teammates for a third consecutive day, FC Barcelona top target Julian Alvarez did return to Cerro del Espino in the afternoon to wor...
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