Arsenal would like a deal done for Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid in the summer transfer window. Mikel Arteta is keen on bringing in the 26-year-old before pre-season begins for the current Premier League champions. Reports suggest that Alvarez would prefer a move to either Real Madrid or Barcelona.
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The valuation from Atletico Madrid is around £100 million, but Arsenal are looking at £90 million. Alvarez scored in the quarter-final match against Switzerland, helping Argentina through to face England in the semi-final on Wednesday. Alvarez seems open to a move to North London, but his preference would be to stay in Spain.
Barcelona are searching for a replacement for former number nine Lewandowski, who left the club to play for Chicago Fire in the MLS next season. Barcelona have admired Alvarez, and he could be their ideal number nine for next season. Once the World Cup is over, Alvarez will have a decision to make: head to London or wait to see if Barcelona come in with an offer.
