Overview
- Barcelona has lodged a formal offer to Atlético de Madrid for Julián Álvarez and says the proposal will expire after a fixed period rather than remain open indefinitely.
- Atlético has so far resisted talks and points to Álvarez’s reported €500 million release clause, leaving negotiations stalled unless the club secures a replacement.
- Joan Laporta said Barcelona told Atlético that the offer would become active once a replacement is found and that the club will decide how long the bid stays valid.
- Laporta confirmed Karim Adeyemi’s signing is close to completion and noted Anthony Gordon has been acquired, while stressing that Raphinha is intended to remain part of the squad.
- Reports cite Catalan press figures of about €100 million or cash-plus-Ferrán Torres for the offer and say Arsenal may enter the race with bids reported up to €105 million, a development that could force a quick decision by Atlético.