Barcelona take first step towards signing Atletico Madrid’s Julian Alvarez
Barcelona have initiated contact with Atletico Madrid to explore the possibility of signing striker Julian Alvarez this summer, according to ESPN. The 26-year-old Argentine has impressed since joining from Manchester City in 2024, scoring 19 goals and providing nine assists in the 2025-26 season. Atletico, however, have no intention of selling and may offer Alvarez a contract extension until 2032. Barcelona are seeking a long-term replacement for Robert Lewandowski, whose contract expires this summer.
- ▪Barcelona have reached out to Atletico Madrid to inquire about the potential transfer of Julian Alvarez.
- ▪Julian Alvarez joined Atletico Madrid from Manchester City in 2024 for a fee worth up to €95 million.
- ▪Alvarez has scored 19 goals and registered nine assists in 47 appearances during the 2025-26 season.
- ▪Atletico Madrid view Alvarez as a key player and are prepared to extend his contract to 2032 to prevent a departure.
- ▪Barcelona are targeting Alvarez as a potential successor to Robert Lewandowski, who may leave when his contract ends in June 2026.
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