Julián Álvarez has exploded this season at Atlético de Madrid and has attracted the interest of all the big clubs in Europe, such as Barça. Searching for a new center forward for the present and future, the Barça team has included the Argentine in their list, who is very appealing and fits all the conditions. It is not easy, as the Colchoneros do not want to part with him, but it seems that Laporta has found a great ally.
Rivaldo wants Julián Álvarez at Barça
Former Barça footballer Rivaldo has recently spoken, and in statements collected by Sport, he has been blunt. "He is a great player, I would really like to see him at Barcelona. He would undoubtedly be a great reinforcement for the team," Rivaldo said.
"But yes, everything would depend on a detailed analysis by the club, especially in the financial aspect and how this transfer could be carried out. But yes, I would really like to have him here," he added.
At 25 years old, Julián Álvarez is experiencing the best moment of his career after being transferred by City. He is an undisputed starter at Atlético, which has led him to play 43 matches so far.
Julián Álvarez has scored 22 goals and 5 assists, having become one of the most valuable footballers in Europe. He cost the Colchoneros 75M, and now he wouldn't leave for less than 100M.
Laporta will have to dig deep
Barça knows they can't fail in their search for a new forward, and they will take the time they need to make the decision. They have many names on the agenda, but one that is rising rapidly is Julián Álvarez. The main problem with Álvarez is that he arrived at Atlético last summer and now they do not want to part with him, with a contract until 2030.
Everything will depend on the final decision, and also on Julián Álvarez's own desire to play at Barcelona. In any case, as has already been said, he is not the only option on the table. Deco is analyzing each case in detail, having drawn up a list that also includes Isak, Gyökeres, or Sesko.
At Barça, they hope to have a new forward next summer, knowing that Lewandowski only has one year left. Julián Álvarez is appealing, there is interest, but it is complicated.