Barcelona realise painful truth about Julian Alvarez transfer pursuit

Signing Julian Alvarez will not be easy for Barcelona. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

“He’s a player who is completely untransferable and indispensable to the team,” sources from Atletico Madrid explain the situation.

That position has complicated matters significantly for Barcelona, who continue trying to keep the operation alive behind the scenes.

Meetings with the agent

Meanwhile, sporting director Deco has been speaking regularly with the player’s entourage for months.

In an attempt to move negotiations forward, Deco recently held talks with influential intermediary Juanma Lopez, who maintains strong relationships with both Barcelona and Atlético Madrid.

Even so, those close to the discussions continue to describe the transfer as highly complicated.

Lastly, another major obstacle is Alvarez himself, as the Argentine is believed to be very happy under Diego Simeone and enjoys an excellent relationship with the Atletico coach, which further reduces the chances of an easy exit.

Because everything is working against them, Barça are aware that waiting endlessly could become risky, and for that reason, they have already started analysing alternative striker options.