Multiple reports say Arsenal are stepping up their pursuit of Argentina striker Julián Álvarez from Atletico Madrid ahead of the new season. Álvarez is described as wanting to leave Atletico this summer, while Atletico’s leadership insists the player is not available and has rejected offers in the past, including a reported €100 million bid, with a stated position against selling for higher figures as well. Despite Atletico’s stance, reports add that Arsenal are open to structuring the move as a swap, including the possibility of offering Viktor Gyökeres as part of any exchange package.
Coverage also notes that Álvarez’s preferred destination is Barcelona, which Atletico are said to have reacted to negatively amid Arsenal’s interest. In parallel, Arsenal are linked with other transfer activity, including defensive concerns due to William Saliba’s injury and potential bids involving other players. Other outlets’ transfer roundups also reference additional Arsenal and Manchester United targets, but Álvarez remains the central focus of the combined reports.
