Julián Álvarez can't catch a break

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17/10/26 14:00:00

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Julián Álvarez, a 26-year-old Argentine forward, continues to be goalless at the start of the season with Atlético de Madrid and also failed to score with Argentina against Bolivia. On September 30, in the 4-0 victory of the Albiceleste, he missed a one-on-one against Guillermo Viscarra; meanwhile, the transfer market of Barcelona has not ruled out his signing.

Julián Álvarez still without a goal for Atlético de Madrid

Julián Álvarez has not yet opened his goal account in the 2026/27 season with Atlético de Madrid. The difference compared to the previous season is significant: by this time last season, he had already scored six goals.

The Argentine also couldn't break that drought with Argentina. Against Bolivia, he started alongside Lautaro Martínez and had a clear chance in the final stages of the first half, but his finish in the one-on-one was stopped by Viscarra.

The team won 4-0 with goals from Lautaro Martínez, Nico Paz, Cristian Romero, and José Manuel López, while Álvarez finished the match without scoring. The match on September 30 was Argentina's first after the 2026 World Cup.

At Atlético de Madrid, the records also show a start without offensive production: available LaLiga statistics place him with 0 goals and 0 assists in his league appearances this season.

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Barcelona shifts stance on Julián Álvarez

Barcelona did try to sign Julián Álvarez during the last summer transfer window. According to Deco, the club presented a proposal of 100 million euros, payable over three years, but Atlético de Madrid refused to negotiate the striker's departure.

The situation changed after the transfer window closed. On September 24, Deco confirmed that Barcelona had abandoned the deal and ruled out a new attempt for Álvarez. The club opted for other offensive solutions, including Raphinha as a forward and the signing of Gabriel Jesus.

However, the Catalan club has not completely ruled out a move for the Argentine in January. Atlético de Madrid, however, still retains the forward, whose contract runs until 2030 and has a release clause set at 500 million euros.

Argentina embarks on a new phase for the forward

Argentina's next match will be on October 3 against Burkina Faso, before the game against Benin on October 6, which will mark Lionel Messi's farewell from the national team. Scaloni has already tested Álvarez and Lautaro together as an offensive duo.

For Julián Álvarez, the upcoming games will be crucial to try to end a drought that has also affected Atlético de Madrid. With Barcelona out of the equation according to Deco’s latest statement, his situation in the market will now depend on his performance over the next few months and any potential alternatives that may emerge for Atlético de Madrid.

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