Julian Alvarez transfer saga: Atletico rejects Barcelona bid, Arsenal also interested

Atletico Madrid has not responded to Barcelona’s reported €100 million offer for Argentine striker Julian Alvarez, insisting the club will not negotiate with a direct rival. The Catalan side has made the Argentine forward its top priority, but the Madrilenian club prefers a move to Paris Saint‑Germain or keeping the player, citing financial and sporting considerations.

Arsenal have also been linked with Alvarez, but the player is reportedly reluctant to relocate to London and favours staying in Spain. With a contract running until 2030 and no pressure on Atletico to sell, the summer transfer window sees Barcelona’s interest stalled, Arsenal’s pursuit hampered by the striker’s preference, and the overall deal remaining unresolved.