Arsenal only likely exit for Alvarez as striker skips training
Julian Alvarez has not attended Atletico Madrid training since being told privately that the club would not sell him to Barcelona.
Julian Alvarez, the Argentine striker for Atletico Madrid, has not attended training since learning the club would not sell him to Barcelona. Sources state Atletico has communicated privately to Alvarez and his advisers that they will not negotiate with Barcelona over the transfer. The 26-year-old has skipped two days of team training, citing illness.
In response, Atletico released two statements reiterating their position that Alvarez will not join Barcelona. However, the Premier League champions have expressed interest in Alvarez and have held talks with Atletico about a potential £128m deal. Arsenal's desire to sign Alvarez appears to outweigh Barcelona's stance, should the striker agree to move to London.
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