Atlético Madrid star Julián Alvarez has been a long-term target for Arsenal.
On May 28th, Sport Witness covered claims from Spain of the La Liga rejecting Arsenal’s bid last summer.
Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain are also in the battle with the Gunners to sign the 26-year-old this summer.
Diego Simeone publicly admitted it’s not surprising these three clubs are keen on striker.
Recent claims indicated of an offer from the La Liga winners, but their counterpart were quick to dismiss it.
Los Rojiblancos even accused Barca of inventing stories and using the media to spread their propaganda.
Big report on Arsenal from Spain
That doesn’t seem to have put off Hansi Flick’s side, who are competing with Arsenal and PSG.
Wednesday’s edition of AS have a big report on the Gunners and also mention Barcelona and the Ligue 1 winners.
Mikel Arteta’s side aren’t giving up and continue to admire the World Cup winner after a failed attempt last summer.
The frontman’s desire is to join Barcelona, but the Madrid club are blocking this move. His agent has also been in talks with Arsenal and PSG towards the end of the season.
These two clubs value him at €150m and have the financial means to pay this price. The north London club are ‘preparing to make a move’ and plan to enter talks with Atlético to try and sign him. This will be their new attempt, after last summer’s failure.
Gunners sporting director Andrea Berta had a long spell in Madrid and is likely to lead the talks.
Atlético Madrid are firm with their stance that the Argentina international won’t be sold and are counting on him next season. He has a €500m release clause and his side insist Julián Alvarez can only leave through activating the clause.
The Spanish club are refusing to negotiate with Arsenal, Barcelona, PSG or another club.
There will be no bidding war as their price is €500m, which is a way to indicate he’s not for sale. Los Rojiblancos also insist the former Manchester City man hasn’t asked to leave.
Player’s stance will be key for Arsenal
Atlético Madrid could change their stance and open the exit door if Julián Alvarez were to ask for a transfer. Until then, there’s unlikely to be any movements.
Therefore, the South American’s decision remains key for Arsenal, Barcelona or PSG to make further advances.
Despite the challenges, the Premier League winners aren’t willing to give up and hope to be successful, after last summer’s failure.