Julian Alvarez’s agent responds to rumors Atletico star is house-hunting in Barcelona

TL;DR

Julian Alvarez's agent has denied rumors that the Atletico Madrid star is house-hunting in Barcelona, calling the claims 'complete nonsense.' Despite being a top transfer target for Barcelona, Alvarez's future remains uncertain as Atletico Madrid is not looking to sell.

Key points

Julian Alvarez's agent denies house-hunting rumors.
Agent calls the claims 'complete nonsense.'
Alvarez is a top transfer target for Barcelona.
Atletico Madrid insists they do not want to sell Alvarez.
Alvarez has expressed uncertainty about his future.

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Fernando Hidalgo

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SEVILLE, SPAIN - APRIL 18: Julian Alvarez of Atletico de Madrid looks on during the Copa Del Rey Final match between Real Sociedad and Atletico de Madrid at Estadio de La Cartuja on April 18, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images) | Getty Images Julian Alvarez’s agent has rubbished talk that the Atletico Madrid star has been house hunting in Barcelona amid continued speculation about a potential move to Camp Nou this summer. A report emerged earlier today claiming that Alvarez had sent his two brothers to check out some property in the city, fuelling rumors about a transfer. Alvarez’s agent, Fernando Hidalgo, has been asked about the report and insists it’s “complete nonsense.” He added: “1000% false,” he told Mundo Deportivo. “No one in the family has been in Barcelona. The last time was for the match against Atlético, and they returned to Madrid the next day.” Alvarez is reportedly one of Barcelona’s top transfer targets for the summer window, although a move still looks extremely difficult for the Catalans due to the costs involved. Atletico Madrid continue to insist they don’t want to sell Alvarez, but the Argentina international has been a little less certain about his future. , he said: “Who knows, maybe yes, maybe no. I’m happy. It’s a question that’s going to come up everywhere, but I’m happy, I’m thinking about the day-to-day and working to give my best here.”

Q&A

Is Julian Alvarez really house-hunting in Barcelona?

No, Julian Alvarez's agent has stated that the rumors are 'complete nonsense' and confirmed that no family members have been in Barcelona recently.

What did Julian Alvarez say about his future at Atletico Madrid?

Julian Alvarez expressed uncertainty about his future, stating he is happy at Atletico but acknowledged that transfer questions will always arise.

Why is Barcelona interested in Julian Alvarez?

Barcelona sees Julian Alvarez as a top transfer target for the summer, although financial constraints make a move challenging.