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29/04/26 21:00:00

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The future of Julián Álvarez is starting to move away from Atlético Madrid and getting closer to FC Barcelona.

The Argentine striker, who arrived as one of the main bets of the mattress team's project, has not managed to adapt to Diego Simeone's scheme and has privately expressed his desire to join Barcelona in the summer of 2026.

The attacker sees the Blaugrana club as the ideal destination to relaunch his career and become the successor of Robert Lewandowski.

A Complicated Tactical Fit at Atlético Madrid

In his first season, Julián Álvarez posted good numbers, with over 15 goals and several assists in all competitions. However, his role within the team has been unstable. Simeone has alternated between positioning him as the sole offensive reference or pairing him with Alexander Sørloth in a two-striker system.

This back and forth has affected the player's confidence. "I feel I can give more if I have continuity in my natural position," he reportedly mentioned to those close to him. The lack of tactical clarity has caused some wear and tear and has opened the door to a possible change of course.

Barcelona Sees Him as Robert Lewandowski's Successor

At Barcelona, the figure of Robert Lewandowski remains crucial, but the board understands that the Polish player's cycle will soon come to an end. With a contract until 2026 and turning 37 by then, the need for a replacement is evident.

President Joan Laporta and the sports management have already pointed to Julián as the ideal candidate. His dynamic style, his ability to press high, and his international experience make him a piece that fits the offensive approach the club aims to regain. Additionally, the player would be willing to adjust his salary conditions to facilitate the deal.

Economic Conditions and Possible Obstacles

Barça's major challenge will be financial. The limitations of the "fair play" have influenced their market in recent years, but it is expected that the situation will be more manageable in 2026. An operation for Julián Álvarez could be around 80 million euros, a sum feasible if the player pushes to leave and Atlético agrees to negotiate.

On the mattress side, the management is aware that keeping a player of his caliber entails offering him absolute prominence. If Simeone cannot fit his virtues in the starting eleven, the departure could become the best solution for all parties involved.

At 25 years old and a World Cup champion with Argentina, Julián Álvarez represents the kind of strategic signing Barça is seeking: young, proven in the elite, and with room for growth. If the move materializes, Camp Nou could secure an offensive reference for the next decade.

What's clear is that the Argentine does not want to wait much longer. His ambition is evident: to wear the Blaugrana colors and take on the challenge of leading Barcelona's new forward line.

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