Arsenal turn to Julian Alvarez as Barcelona move is ruled out by Atletico Madrid

Arsenal are preparing a fresh attempt to persuade Julian Alvarez to join them before the summer transfer window closes, despite the Atletico de Madrid striker’s reluctance to move to England.

The London club is expected to contact Alvarez’s representatives again in the coming hours as it makes what could be a final effort to complete a deal for the Argentina international.

According to Tribuna, citing respected journalist Gianluca Longari, Arsenal remain determined to discuss the possibility of a transfer directly with the player’s camp. Their objective is to change Alvarez’s position before the market shuts.

Arsenal have continued to show interest in the 26-year-old, even though he is not currently keen on leaving Spain for England. The club now appears to be exploring whether further talks can alter his view and make a move to the Premier League possible.

Alvarez’s situation has become increasingly uncertain after Atletico de Madrid ruled out a transfer to Barcelona, the forward’s preferred destination. Atletico chief executive Miguel Angel Gil Marin has confirmed that the club will not sell the Argentina striker to Barcelona.

That decision has left Arsenal as a possible alternative should Alvarez decide to leave Atletico. Recent reports suggest the English club is attempting to take advantage of the Spanish side’s refusal to negotiate with Barcelona, with Arsenal now among the most prominent options available to the player.

The striker has returned to training after missing some sessions because of illness. His return comes as his future remains unresolved, with Arsenal preparing to renew discussions around a move before the transfer deadline.

The club’s latest approach underlines its willingness to continue pursuing Alvarez, despite the clear obstacles surrounding the proposed transfer. Arsenal must first convince the player to consider England and then establish whether an agreement can be reached with Atletico de Madrid.

For now, Barcelona remains the destination Alvarez would prefer, but Atletico’s position has closed off that route. Arsenal are therefore attempting to present themselves as the next viable option, in the hope that the forward will reconsider his stance before the summer window ends.

The coming hours are expected to bring further contact between Arsenal and Alvarez’s representatives as the Premier League club tries to make progress on a deal that has not yet gained the player’s approval.

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