Barcelona Tell Julián Álvarez the Move Is His to Force as Atlético Hold Out for €100 Million
Barcelona say the transfer hinges on a formal request from the striker.
Overview
- Barcelona told Álvarez on Thursday that he must publicly seek a transfer before they can pursue a deal.
- Atlético value the forward at about €100 million and cite his contract through 2030 as leverage.
- Barcelona have set an internal limit near €100 million and do not plan to exceed it.
- Atlético would prioritize selling abroad if Álvarez asks out, with Arsenal and PSG linked as potential bidders.
- After Atlético’s Champions League exit, Álvarez has a brief window before joining Argentina to decide his next step.