Barcelona Set July Deadline for Álvarez to Declare Exit Wish Publicly
Barcelona expect Julián Álvarez to publicly declare his desire to leave Atlético Madrid by 31 July, or they will pursue alternative attacking targets.
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Barcelona eye Sporting’s Luis Suárez as Álvarez alternative
Barcelona are considering Sporting CP striker Luis Suárez as their pursuit of Julián Álvarez stalls, with Atlético Madrid continuing to block the Argentine’s move to Camp Nou.
Barcelona Contact Mikautadze as Atlético Block Álvarez Move
Barcelona have sounded out Villarreal forward Georges Mikautadze as they seek attacking reinforcements amid Atlético Madrid’s refusal to sanction Julián Álvarez’s departure.
Barcelona persist with Álvarez pursuit amid Atlético standoff
Barcelona sporting director Deco has held talks with Julián Álvarez’s representative in Madrid as the Catalan club refuse to abandon their pursuit of the Atlético Madrid striker, despite the Rojiblancos’ firm stance that he is not for sale.
Bournemouth reject Barcelona bids for Éli Junior Kroupi
AFC Bournemouth have rejected two offers from FC Barcelona for striker Éli Junior Kroupi. The bids were reportedly below €100m for the 20-year-old, who has expressed interest in joining the Catalan club.
Barcelona turn to Kroupi after Alvarez bid rejected by Atletico
Barcelona are considering a move for Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi after Atletico Madrid rejected their bid for Julian Alvarez, with the Premier League club demanding €100 million for the 20-year-old forward.
Atletico Madrid Face Striker Crisis with La Liga Opener Three Weeks Away
Diego Simeone’s side risks starting the season without a recognised senior striker after Julian Alvarez requested an exit, Alexander Sorloth nears departure, and Antoine Griezmann has already joined Orlando City.
Atlético Madrid set 10 August Alvarez deadline after rejecting €100m Barcelona offer
Atlético Madrid have instructed Julian Álvarez to return for pre-season by 10 August, while CEO Miguel Ángel Gil Marín insists the striker is not for sale even for €200 million.
Lautaro Martinez fires Argentina into World Cup semi-finals with extra-time winner against Switzerland
Lautaro Martinez scored in the 121st minute to seal Argentina’s 3-1 extra-time victory over Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals. The defending champions will face England on Wednesday after playing 120 minutes in three consecutive knockout matches.
Laporta Confirms Barcelona Bid for Álvarez as Atlético File FIFA Complaint
Joan Laporta has revealed Barcelona submitted a formal offer for Julián Álvarez, though Atlético Madrid claim they have rejected it and have reported the Catalan club to FIFA over alleged misconduct.