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Atletico Madrid Sets $171 Million Price for Julian Alvarez Sale to Barcelona
Atletico Madrid has told FC Barcelona it requires $171 million upfront for striker Julian Alvarez. The club rejected any player exchanges or deferred payments. Reports indicate Alvarez has expressed interest in joining Barcelona.
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Atletico Madrid has informed FC Barcelona that it will require $171 million (€150 million) in cash upfront to complete a transfer for striker Julian Alvarez this summer. Barcelona had reportedly identified Alvarez as a potential replacement for Robert Lewandowski, whose contract expires on June 30.
SPORT and Esport3, citing anonymous sources, said Barcelona had been informed of Atletico Madrid's final asking price. The same reports stated that Atletico Madrid is not interested in any Barcelona players, including Marc Casado or Ferran Torres, as part of a potential exchange.
Alvarez has publicly stated his desire to leave Atletico Madrid. In comments to ESPN after an Argentina match, he said he believes a transfer would be best for everyone and that he wants to fulfill his dream move.
Reports indicated that Real Madrid also submitted a $171 million bid for Alvarez, which Atletico Madrid rejected. Alvarez is under contract with Atletico Madrid through the 2026/2027 season.
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