PSG and Barcelona pursue Julián Alvarez during World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 10:06 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Paris Saint-Germain and Atlético de Madrid continue discussions regarding Julián Alvarez during the FIFA World Cup. While Barcelona remains Alvarez's preferred destination, Atlético is hesitant to sell him to a rival for the offered terms. PSG expressed interest but is reportedly more focused on RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande as a primary target. Alvarez, currently with the Argentina national team, has chosen to wait for Barcelona to finalize an agreement rather than accepting PSG's overtures.
- •Discussions regarding Julián Alvarez are ongoing between PSG and Atlético de Madrid.
- •Barcelona is Alvarez's top choice, but Atlético is reluctant to sell to a rival.
- •PSG's main target appears to shift towards Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig.
- •Alvarez is currently participating in the FIFA World Cup with Argentina.
- •Each club's strategy hinges on Barcelona's ability to meet Atlético's demands.
- 10:06 PMYahoo Sports — What’s going on with PSG and Barcelona target Julian Alvarez?
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