Barcelona plan to accelerate interest in top attacking target amid tense relationship with Simeone
Barcelona is shifting its transfer focus from Julian Alvarez to other attacking options, including Joao Pedro. Despite this, speculation about Alvarez's future continues, as he expresses a strong desire to join Barcelona if he leaves Atletico Madrid. The relationship between Alvarez and Atletico's coach, Diego Simeone, remains tense, which could influence his decision.
- ▪Barcelona is moving away from pursuing Julian Alvarez as their top target.
- ▪Alvarez has indicated that he prefers to join Barcelona if he leaves Atletico Madrid.
- ▪The relationship between Alvarez and Diego Simeone is currently tense.
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| Original publisher | Yahoo Sports |
| Canonical URL | https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/barcelona-plan-accelerate-interest-top-060000545.html |
| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000 |
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