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Real Madrid drops interest in Julian Alvarez after initial bid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:35 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Real Madrid drops interest in Julian Alvarez after initial bid
Summary

Real Madrid President Florentino Perez confirmed no further bids for Julian Alvarez after a €150m offer was rejected by Atletico Madrid. The bid, described by some as an electoral tactic, was turned down with Atletico mocking Real Madrid's approach on social media. Real Madrid is reportedly shifting focus to other targets, having originally considered several players for acquisition. Arsenal appears to be in a strong position if Alvarez decides to leave Atletico, particularly after PSG withdrew their interest last month.

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Key Details
  • •Real Madrid made a €150m bid for Julian Alvarez.
  • •Atletico Madrid rejected the bid and mocked Real Madrid's approach.
  • •Real Madrid has no plans to pursue Alvarez further.
  • •Arsenal is currently in the top position to sign Alvarez.
  • •PSG has ended their interest in Alvarez.
Latest Updates
  • 12:40 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid no longer pursuing summer deal for €150m target
  • 1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid have no plans to make further Julian Alvarez bids
What they're saying
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Earlier this week, Real Madrid made an €150m offer for Julian Alvarez, which was rejected out of hand by Atletico Madrid. The Argentine striker was the mystery target that Florentino Perez teased du...

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Real Madrid President Florentino Perez followed through on his election promise to make a €150m bid for a star player on Tuesday – in a manner. It is said that Atletico Madrid took a call from Los...

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