Will Julian Alvarez sign for Arsenal? Here’s what we know as transfer deadline looms

Arsenal's pursuit of Julian Alvarez looks set to be the headline story of the final week of the summer transfer window. The 26-year-old Argentina forward, currently at Atletico Madrid, is the subject of a €150m (£128.4m) valuation from his club. Arsenal, under manager Mikel Arteta, are optimistic that an agreement can be reached, despite the significant asking price.

Arteta sees Alvarez as fulfilling a defined role in his attack, and the player's experience in the Premier League could be a valuable addition to the team. Although Atletico are insistent on not selling to Barcelona, Arsenal's pursuit of Alvarez shows their determination to secure a high-profile signing. The transfer remains in flux, with possible alternatives such as Viktor Gyokeres or Martinelli being considered if Alvarez can't be secured.