Arsenal still hoping to add club-record attacking signing

Arsenal are still attempting to sign striker Julian Alvarez before the transfer deadline on Tuesday. However, Alvarez has returned to training with Atletico Madrid, despite a deadline set by Atletico Madrid for the player to make a decision on Sunday. Multiple sources report that Atletico Madrid has made it clear they do not want the transfer to happen.

The Barcelona move for Alvarez is not happening either, according to sources. Arsenal's manager Mikel Arteta had a conversation with Alvarez, but Alvarez still wants to join Barcelona. There is a low chance of this transfer coming to fruition, according to a source. Some still believe Arsenal will make a final push for the player, but current reports suggest they are monitoring other attacking options instead.