Arsenal remain keen to sign Julian Alvarez this summer, but they may now have to pay more than £130 million to secure his signature. The Gunners continue to explore ways of strengthening their attacking options ahead of the new season and regard the Argentine as one of the standout talents capable of elevating the squad.
Arsenal view Alvarez as a player who could become one of the central figures in their long-term project. His quality, versatility and proven ability at the highest level have made him an attractive target as Arsenal seek to build on recent success and remain competitive in major competitions.
Atletico Madrid’s Firm Stance
Atletico Madrid consider Alvarez to be one of their most important players and have no intention of allowing him to leave easily during this transfer window. Their determination to retain the forward means that any potential deal is expected to be difficult to negotiate.
Several clubs have entered the race for his signature, including Barcelona and PSG, with Arsenal having monitored the growing interest for several months. Competition from other elite European sides has only increased the complexity of any possible transfer discussions.
However, the situation appears to have intensified further following fresh developments involving another major rival.
Real Madrid Enter the Race
According to the Daily Mail, Real Madrid made a surprise move for Alvarez by submitting an offer worth £130 million, which Atletico rejected.
The report states that Atletico directed their city rivals towards the player’s release clause, a response that also serves as a clear indication to Arsenal that they would have to exceed £130 million if they wish to complete a deal for the attacker.
Such a transfer would make Alvarez the most expensive player Arsenal have ever signed, surpassing the fee paid for Declan Rice. While there is little doubt regarding the Argentine’s quality and potential impact, questions remain over whether Arsenal would be willing to commit such a substantial amount to secure his services.
The coming weeks may provide greater clarity as clubs continue to assess their priorities and financial positions during the transfer window.
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Having stoked up that amount and the player ends up injured, what is his worth then? We’d be fools to follow a similar path as Isak and Liverpool and now he’ll be forever indebted to the club that made the outlay – added to this Isak will be a year behind in terms of making the impact Liverpool intended. Alvares cannot be the only lethal striker in the known cosmos – others must be out there.
We should focus on wingers and a good playmaking midfielder who can control the ball in tight spaces and can dribble. We should get Barcola and a player of santi cazorla’s caliber in midfield. Maybe some right attacking fullbacks. We cant keep playing with CBs there.
Forget Alvarez. Get Kroupi and Rogers.
Forget Alvarez, 8 league goals this year, and priced around 130 million or more, according to rumors; bad joke. Anyone willing to pay 9 figure transfer for a single goal return league striker deserves what they get.
There are other options available, Alvarez is not the only striker better than Jesus or Havertz.
Have we even placed a bid for Alvarez, or have discussions been about availability and cost only?
I don’t think Alvarez is the “missing piece” striker that we are looking for; not like Rice is in midfield, Gabriel in defense, or Raya in goal.
We go through stikers like we go through GK and left backs, so spending that much money on Alvarez would be a bad transfer in my opinion.
Over £130 now for Alvarez. This Alvarez media saga is turning into daily comic relief. You do have to admire his agent and whatever else is actually going on here.
If Alvarez is worth £130Million after scoring 8 league goals. Then how much is Gyokeres worth?. 🤷♂️