Under the guidance of its revamped leadership and an ambitious technical team, Barcelona is striving to reclaim its status among Europe’s football elite and put an end to its prolonged absence from continental triumphs. To achieve this, the club is taking an assertive approach in the transfer market, aiming to bolster its squad with top-tier talent from around the globe. The mission is straightforward: to win the Champions League once more and cement its legacy in European football. As part of this effort, several high-profile players have surfaced as potential targets.
In this light, Atlético Madrid manager Diego Simeone has confirmed that Barcelona is one of the clubs showing interest in Argentine forward Julián Álvarez. The striker has had a standout season with Atlético following his move from Manchester City last summer.
Speaking to Atlético Universe, Simeone expressed pride in Álvarez’s development and acknowledged the growing attention the player is receiving from Europe’s biggest teams—Barcelona chief among them.
“He belongs to us, and we must protect him,” Simeone said, emphasizing his support for the 25-year-old. “He’s a remarkable talent—modest, dedicated, and a natural goal-scorer. It’s no surprise the top clubs are chasing him.”
Simeone also offered a frank evaluation: “If we don’t secure any major silverware next season, Álvarez may well join Barcelona to pursue his goals of lifting trophies and achieving personal accolades.”
