The pursuit of Julian Alvarez is heating up once again, with Paris Saint-Germain refusing to give up on a target they first identified two years ago. While the French champions have long admired the forward, they now face stiff competition from FC Barcelona, a destination that seems to have the approval of Pedri. The Barça midfielder has made no secret of his desire to see the Argentina international join the ranks at the club.
Since the transfer market opened on June 15, the future of the 26-year-old striker has been a major talking point. Currently representing Argentina in the World Cup hosted across the Americas, Alvarez is looking beyond his current situation. Despite a contract with Atletico de Madrid that runs until 2030, the former Manchester City man appears to have no intention of returning to the Spanish capital once the 2026 tournament concludes.
Striker seeks exit to fulfill career ambitions
Following Argentina‘s recent 2-0 victory over Austria, which secured their place in the World Cup knockout rounds, Alvarez spoke candidly about his future. He expressed a clear desire for a change of scenery, hinting strongly at a move to Catalonia. The forward noted that while it is a sensitive time to discuss such matters, he prefers to be transparent about his conversations with Atletico de Madrid management, stating that a transfer would be the ideal outcome for all parties involved as he chases his professional dreams.
This development is a significant blow to PSG, who have maintained a close watch on the striker since his move to Madrid in 2024. The competition is intensifying as FC Barcelona players begin to advocate for the signing. Pedri recently shared his enthusiasm for the potential deal, acknowledging that while many factors must align for the transfer to happen, he would welcome Alvarez with open arms. The midfielder emphasized his preference for playing alongside the world’s elite and hopes the move can be finalized. As the window progresses toward its September 1 closing date, it remains to be seen if Paris Saint-Germain will make a decisive move to beat Barcelona to the signature of the coveted Alvarez.