Overview
- Arsenal are pushing to sign Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez this summer, according to new reporting tied to the Champions League semi-final spotlight.
- Arsenal have set an internal price near €100 million, but Atlético insist they do not want to sell and have signaled a valuation in the €120–€150 million range.
- No formal club-to-club negotiations have begun, and Arsenal have reportedly sent an opening contract offer to Álvarez’s representatives to test the player’s stance.
- The London club are exploring significant sales, with reporting that Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus could be moved to help finance a bid.
- Álvarez downplayed transfer rumors and is expected to be available for the second leg after Spanish reports described his first‑leg ankle issue as a minor sprain, while Barcelona remain linked.