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Julián Álvarez, a 26-year-old Argentine forward, once again appears in the news and rumors of Atlético de Madrid as there seems to be an agreement to facilitate a future exit. According to Pipi Estrada, Miguel Ángel Gil Marín would have promised to lower his release clause if he reaches 20 goals this season, a condition that would again put his future on the market.
The information comes after a summer marked by Julián Álvarez's intentions to change teams. Barcelona was the most prominent destination in Spain, while Arsenal also emerged as an alternative before the transfer window closed.
Julián Álvarez would have a target of 20 goals
The agreement revealed by Pipi Estrada on El Chiringuito introduces a specific condition. If Álvarez finishes the season with at least 20 goals, Gil Marín would agree to reduce his clause to make a possible negotiation more accessible for interested clubs.
It has not been detailed what the new amount of that clause would be. The forward has a contract with Atlético de Madrid until 2030, after joining from Manchester City in 2024 and signing for six seasons with the rojiblanco team.
20 goals would not be a new record for the Argentine. Last season, he precisely reached that figure in 49 official matches, in addition to providing nine assists, numbers that now reappear as reference to determine his future.
The scenario keeps various paths open. Barcelona continues to revolve around Julián Álvarez and, according to recent reports, allegedly intends to try to sign him again. Arsenal has also monitored his situation, although during the summer, the player prioritized staying in LaLiga over returning to the Premier League.
The Liverpool match changes the atmosphere at Atlético de Madrid
The relationship between the player and his sports environment has also evolved in recent weeks. Álvarez started against Liverpool in the Champions League and assisted Marcos Llorente in the first goal of the match, a performance that improved internal feelings despite the defeat.
Pipi Estrada maintains that both Gil Marín and the player himself were satisfied with what was shown in Anfield. That match came after several weeks where Álvarez's situation had generated tension around the club and among some fans.
The response within the dressing room has also been public. Koke requested that the forward be allowed to focus on playing, while Diego Simeone subsequently highlighted his involvement during the European match.
The striker later suffered a muscle strain that prevented his participation against Real Sociedad, so his physical recovery will be the first issue to address before returning to add minutes and goals in LaLiga.

Barcelona and Arsenal remain on standby for Julián Álvarez
The situation turns the 20 goals into a figure with sporting and contractual consequences. For Julián Álvarez, reaching them could trigger a reduction that would facilitate negotiations without needing to meet the current conditions of his contract.
The next step will depend on his performance once he overcomes his discomfort. If Julián Álvarez reaches that figure during the season, the promise attributed to Gil Marín will once again place his future among the main market issues in Spain, with Barcelona and Arsenal waiting for any changes in the exit conditions.
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