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Julian Alvarez breaks silence on Barcelona transfer rumours – ‘Becoming a snowball of lies’
TL;DR
Julian Alvarez addresses transfer rumors linking him to Barcelona, calling them a 'snowball of lies.' Barcelona is seeking a new center-forward and has identified Alvarez as a priority target.
Key points
- Julian Alvarez comments on transfer rumors.
- He calls the rumors a 'snowball of lies.'
- Barcelona is seeking a new center-forward.
- Alvarez is a priority target for Barcelona.
- Barcelona has contacted Atletico Madrid regarding Alvarez.
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Julian Alvarez breaks silence on Barcelona transfer rumours – ‘Becoming a snowball of lies’
FC Barcelona are in the market for a new centre-forward heading into the summer transfer window. And, Atletico Madrid superstar Julian Alvarez has emerged as their priority target.
The Blaugrana see the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner as the ideal profile to strengthen the No. 9 position before next season.
As reported earlier today, Barça have also made initial contacts with Atletico Madrid to test the waters and learn their stance on a possible transfer.
This comes after reports suggested that Alvarez’s entourage had already begun looking for a house in Barcelona.
Alvarez reacts to the speculations
Speaking to the media ahead of Atletico Madrid’s UEFA Champions League semi-final tie against Arsenal, Alvarez has addressed the rumours linking him to Barcelona.
“I try not to give too much importance to what they say, because the truth is that every week new things come out, all kinds of new information,” the Atletico Madrid superstar said, as quoted by Fabrizio Romano.
Q&A
What did Julian Alvarez say about the Barcelona transfer rumors?
Julian Alvarez referred to the transfer rumors as a 'snowball of lies,' indicating his frustration with the speculation.
Why is Barcelona interested in Julian Alvarez?
Barcelona is looking for a new center-forward and sees Julian Alvarez as the ideal candidate to strengthen their No. 9 position.
Has Barcelona made any moves regarding Julian Alvarez's transfer?
Yes, Barcelona has made initial contacts with Atletico Madrid to explore the possibility of acquiring Julian Alvarez.
