Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta and PSG’s Luis Enrique have spoken to Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez

TL;DR

Arsenal's Mikel Arteta and PSG's Luis Enrique have engaged with Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez amid ongoing transfer speculation. Barcelona is reportedly pursuing Alvarez as a key target for the summer transfer window.

Key points

Mikel Arteta and Luis Enrique spoke to Julian Alvarez
Alvarez is a target for Barcelona this summer
Atletico Madrid is reluctant to sell to Barcelona

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Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta and PSG’s Luis Enrique have spoken to Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez

Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez continues to be the source of incessant speculation over his future, despite attempting to calm talk that he could leave the club this summer. Barcelona have reportedly identified him as a primary target for the summer transfer window.

This week the terms of Barcelona’s opening offer for Alvarez were revealed, as they look for a long-term replacement for Alvarez. The Catalan giants also have several names on their shortlist should the deal not work out, acknowledging that it will not be an easy deal to pull off.

Atletico Madrid unwilling to sell to Barcelona

Not least because Atletico Madrid are not willing to sell Alvarez to Barcelona. El Chiringuito report that Los Colchoneros are keen to avoid losing hteir star forward to the Blaugrana, and would only begin talks at around €150m for Alvarez, well beyond Barcelona’s €100m spending limit on the Argentina international.

Q&A

What teams are interested in Julian Alvarez?

Arsenal, PSG, and Barcelona have shown interest in Julian Alvarez.

Why is Julian Alvarez's transfer speculation increasing?

Alvarez's potential departure from Atletico Madrid has been fueled by Barcelona's pursuit as they seek a long-term replacement.

What are the terms of Barcelona's offer for Julian Alvarez?

The terms of Barcelona's opening offer for Alvarez have been revealed, although specific details were not disclosed.