This is the subject that excites Spain at the moment, perhaps even more than this 2026 World Cup. Where will Julian Alvarez play next season? Between Real Madrid’s bluff, transfer window rumors going in all directions and clubs insulting each other on social networks, this issue unleashes passions and causes a lot of ink to flow. The latest news would not necessarily be positive for the Catalans, since Arsenal would now be in pole position to enlist the Argentine striker, with a rather far-fetched agreement having been reached.
Enough to confirm a trend that has been emerging for weeks now: Atlético prefers to sell its star to a non-Liga club, therefore pushing the Argentine international towards the Gunners or even PSG, who however seem to have withdrawn from the file. As the Catalan press indicates, Deco and his men are therefore working on alternatives to Julian Alvarez.
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As indicated Sportthere are three plan Bs for the 2022 world champion. First, without too much surprise, Harry Kane (32 years old), a name which had already come out several times in recent weeks. The English striker is unanimous internally at Barcelona, and his contractual situation – his contract expires in 2027 – puts Bayern in a somewhat delicate position. Eli Junior Kroupi (19) is the other striker that Deco adores, but the competition risks raising the stakes significantly, and Bournemouth is already expecting to receive a 9-figure check.
Finally, the Catalans also wrote the name of Mikel Oyarzabal (29 years old) on their shopping list. The striker from La Roja and Real Sociedad would be the cheapest option, and the Barcelona residents are convinced that his adaptation would be immediate, thanks to his understanding with the Blaugranas that he works with in the selection and to his profile which corresponds rather well to the game of the reigning Spanish champion. Case(s) to be continued…
