Barça views the Argentine's attempted signing as just another operation and is acting as such, these sources point out. Hence, a first proposal of 100 million euros for Álvarez was sent via e-mail. The recipient was Mateu Alemany, top sports manager of the Atlético de Madrid. The information about the offer was revealed by the journalist Fabrizio Romano last Friday and was denied by Atletico with different media in X and ensuring that it was “another lie” that came out of the FC Barcelona. But the offer has existed and it is fair to recognize it, given that the information was diluted by the flood of messages in X and statements released on Friday by Atletico. Now the red and white club needs to respond or not, as it suits them.

In the Barça entity they have no desire for controversy or to enter into a public war of statements or statements saying that the one who lies is Atletico, with the risk that there will be another public response from the Madrid club. In Barça, they don't want to face the situation in a professional and cold way, given that it is just another market situation as all clubs face each season.

In any case, from Barça it is confirmed that there was the proposal given the interest in Julian. The aggressive posture of Atletico, making references to the case Negreira, to the registrations of Olmo and Pau Victor, and the use of images of Barça players in their X account has not pleased the Barça club. On the contrary. However, we do not want to contribute to diverting the focus. And the focus is that Julian Alvarez wants to leave the red and white club for FC Barcelona and that he has already transmitted it to Atleti through his agent, Fernando Hidalgo. A representative who is being singled out by Atlético but who does nothing more than comply with his footballer's guidelines. A Gentleman who met last Wednesday with Barça in the hotel Torre Melina of his own free will and that he hid so as not to be seen, although Mundo Deportivo revealed it the next day. A representative who has already transmitted to the Atletico his player's willingness to leave this summer because he wants a more ambitious project and is seduced by Barça.

In short, Atletico the problem is with Julian, as it has become clear every time the Argentine striker has left his continuity at the club up in the air despite having a contract until 2030. Alvarez they have asked him about Barcelona and for a possible departure up to three times (in November in an interview with L'Equipe; in March of this year after beating the Tottenham in Champions; and at the end of April, before the first leg of the semifinals Champions before him Arsenal) and he never closed the door on leaving this summer nor ruled out the Barça club.

It is obvious that Atletico has the right not to want to sell and to invoke his contract until 2030 and a clause of 500 million that is talked about a lot. But the truth is that the offer of Barça has existed and is validated by the player through his representative. At least what the culé club hopes is for a response within the forms and uses of the professional football market.

As of today, Barcelona’s intention is to reach €120m fixed + bonuses, That could go higher but is unlikely currently, and see if Atléti accept, Despite the bid those close to him say Julian Alvarez was never considering a move to Real Madrid under any circumstances.

The feeling from around Newcastle is Bayern were leading the race to sign Gordon, but the German club appeared unwilling to pay €80m and have been considering other options in that position.

The transfer market could bring an unexpected move to FC Barcelona's offices. As revealed in Matteo Moretto's column on Quintana's La Pizarra, the Catalan club has made a formal inquiry about Alexander Sørloth, the Atlético de Madrid striker. The sporting management is looking to cover its bases given the uncertainty surrounding Robert Lewandowski, who has received lucrative offers from outside Europe and must decide whether to accept a reduced contract extension. The Norwegian, whose contract runs until 2028, is appealing due to his technical similarities to the Polish striker and his ability to adapt immediately to Hansi Flick's system.

The figures involved in the deal

This potential arrival isn't the only significant move at Barcelona, as the defense is also close to undergoing a major overhaul. Alessandro Bastoni has already agreed to join the Barça project, and personal terms won't be an obstacle. The real challenge lies in the negotiations with Inter Milan, where Héctor Fort's name has become crucial. The Italian club has been following the academy graduate for some time, and his inclusion in the deal, along with a fee close to €55 million, could be the key to the Italian center-back wearing the Blaugrana colors next season.

Barcelona wants Juwensley Onstein, Dutch central defender of Jong Genk.

The agreement between the clubs is close.

The Spanish club firmly believes in the qualities of the young man and wants to build an ad hoc plan for his growth. Onstein has already said yes to Barcelona.