Transfer: Alvarez absent from Atletico training as Arsenal wait for green light
Atletico Madrid striker, Julian Alvarez, was absent in training on Wednesday morning. Marca reports that Alvarez was absent because he feels unwell. The Argentina international was booed by Atletico fans last weekend as he continues to fight for a move to Barcelona. The club’s hierarchy is determined not to sell Alvarez to their LaLiga rivals and would […] Transfer: Alvarez absent from Atletico…
Barcelona remains resolute in their pursuit of Julian Alvarez, despite Atletico Madrid's attempts to negotiate with other clubs. The Argentina forward has been heckled by his own fans at Atletico's stadium, indicating his desire to join Barcelona this summer. Barcelona has previously made an offer worth €100 million, which Atletico rejected.
Arsenal is also interested in Alvarez and aims to strengthen their squad with a forward. Atletico is determined to keep Alvarez, but has allowed discussions with Arsenal if a suitable offer arises. However, Alvarez has expressed his preference to join Barcelona over Arsenal. The transfer situation is expected to continue into the final week of the transfer window.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta confirmed that their offer is still valid, as Atletico has privately agreed to engage in talks with Arsenal if a suitable proposal is presented. Despite Atletico's firm stance that they will not sell Alvarez to Barcelona this summer, emphasizing dignity over financial matters, Barcelona remains committed to their offer, as the player has clearly indicated his desire to join the Catalan club.
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