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Julian Alvarez

Julian Alvarez — Argentina forward appearing in Atletico Madrid transfer coverage during 2026 summer window.

2026-04-282026-09-24

In coverage

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  1. August 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    Barca's attempt to sign Julian Alvarez splintered on the rocks of Atletico Madrid's resolve, leaving Flick without an obvious replacement for Lewandowski.

    Barcelona enter new era as Flick targets La Liga hat-trick
  3. Citizen Digital

    The club are on the verge of tying up a deal for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa and have also been linked with Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez.

    Arsenal can become world's best club: Arteta
  4. Citizen Digital

    (Photo by Javier SORIANO / AFP) Audio By Vocalize Kang-In Lee and Alex Baena's superb strikes helped Atletico Madrid kick off their La Liga campaign with a 2-0 win over Malaga on Wednesday, without forward Julian Alvarez.

    Lee, Baena guide Atletico to opening Liga win over Malaga
  5. Citizen Digital

    Atletico will not sell Alvarez, says Simeone By AFP August 08, 2026 07:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Argentina's forward Julian Alvarez arrives for the 2026 World Cup football tournament final match be

    Atletico will not sell Alvarez, says Simeone
  6. Citizen Digital

    The Catalan giants made a bid for Atletico Madrid and Argentina striker Julian Alvarez, which was rejected.

    Barca's Flick keen to boost attack with Torres future uncertain
  7. July 2026
  8. Citizen Digital

    Atletico complain to FIFA over Barca's Alvarez approach By AFP July 30, 2026 08:32 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Argentina's forward #09 Julian Alvarez arrives for the 2026 World Cup football tournament f

    Atletico complain to FIFA over Barca's Alvarez approach
  9. Citizen Digital

    The Spanish champions have also made a bid for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, who is their primary target this summer.

    Barca sign Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund
  10. Citizen Digital

    Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 - Semi Final - Argentina v Croatia - Lusail Stadium, Lusail, Qatar - December 13, 2022 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after Julian Alvarez

    Messi meets England at last with World Cup final place on the line
  11. Citizen Digital

    After Argentina beat a dogged Swiss side 3-1 in Kansas City on Saturday thanks to extra-time goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez, their coach Lionel Scaloni attempted to take the political heat out of the meeting with England.

    England, Argentina to renew bitter rivalry in World Cup semi-final
  12. Citizen Digital

    Argentina know how to suffer, says Alvarez after Swiss World Cup test By AFP July 12, 2026 05:30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Argentina's fans celebrate at the end of the 2026 World Cup football tourname

    Argentina know how to suffer, says Alvarez after Swiss World Cup test

Sunday 20 September

  1. Atletico Madrid beats Real Madrid 2-1 in La Liga derby

    Atletico Madrid defeated 10-man Real Madrid 2-1 in a La Liga derby on Sunday, with goals from Alejandro Grimaldo and Jonathan David giving Diego Simeone's side second place, five points behind Barcelona. Dean Huijsen's early second-half red card proved decisive in the match.

    20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Mourinho praises Madrid mentality before Atletico derby

    Jose Mourinho highlighted Real Madrid's physical and mental strength ahead of Sunday's La Liga derby against Atletico Madrid, with Los Blancos trailing Barcelona by three points after five wins and one loss in six matches.

    20 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 10 September

  1. Mac Allister scores as Liverpool beats Atletico Madrid 2-1

    Alexis Mac Allister scored to cap Liverpool's comeback win over Atletico Madrid 2-1 in the Champions League, with Marcos Llorente giving Atletico an early lead before Dominik Szoboszlai levelled before half-time.

    10 September 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Simeone sees Atletico as work-in-progress heading towards Champions League

    Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone believes his team will improve after a slow start to the season, despite a 3-0 loss to Athletic Bilbao and falling five points behind La Liga leaders Barcelona after four games. Simeone remains confident as Atletico aim to reach the Champions League final at their Metropolitano Stadium.

    9 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 5 September

  1. Arsenal manager Arteta backs squad despite missing transfer targets

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he is happy with his squad after the Premier League champions failed to sign Morgan Rogers, Vinicius Junior, and Julian Alvarez during the summer transfer window, while losing Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Jesus, and Gabriel Martinelli. Arteta told reporters he loves the players he has and pledged to support them.

    5 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Messi retires from Argentina after 21 years of international play

    Lionel Messi announced his retirement from international football on August 31, 2026, ending a 21-year career with Argentina during which the team won three major titles including the 2022 World Cup. Argentina now faces a transition period with questions surrounding coach Lionel Scaloni and other ageing players.

    2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Arsenal beat Aston Villa 1-0, Arteta praises finishers

    Bukayo Saka scored in the second half to give Arsenal a 1-0 victory at Villa Park on Monday. Manager Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's ability to finish games will be key to their title defence, describing it as a tough place to win.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Arteta praises Arsenal's finishers in Villa Park win

    Arsenal defeated Aston Villa 1-0 at Villa Park with Bukayo Saka scoring in the second half, maintaining their perfect start to the Premier League season. Manager Mikel Arteta credited the team's ability to finish games, calling it key to their title defence.

    1 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 27 August

  1. Atletico Madrid rules out negotiations with Barcelona over Alvarez

    Atletico Madrid's board unanimously decided not to negotiate striker Julian Alvarez's transfer to Barcelona, though the club remains open to other offers including from Arsenal.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Barcelona pursues Alvarez as Atletico refuses to sell

    Barcelona remain hopeful of signing Julian Alvarez before the transfer window closes, with club president Joan Laporta saying Alvarez is their prime target, but Atletico Madrid continue to resist selling the Argentina forward. Barcelona coach Hansi Flick acknowledged the club could end the summer without a new striker if the pursuit fails.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 21 August

  1. Barcelona seek third La Liga title under Flick

    Hansi Flick's Barcelona enter their third season aiming to maintain domestic dominance and challenge Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid while pursuing Champions League glory. The club have added Rodri from Manchester City as a significant arrival.

    21 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 20 August

  1. Arteta targets best club status as Arsenal defend Premier League title

    Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has declared his intention to build the club into "the best club in the world" as the Premier League champions begin their defence against Coventry, with Manchester City's era potentially ending after Pep Guardiola's resignation.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Lee and Baena guide Atletico past Malaga in La Liga opener

    Kang-In Lee and Alex Baena scored second-half goals from outside the box to give Atletico Madrid a 2-0 win over Malaga in their La Liga season opener, with Julian Alvarez unavailable as he recovers fitness after the World Cup break.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 8 August

  1. Atlético Madrid will not sell Álvarez this transfer window

    Atlético Madrid coach Diego Simeone said Saturday the club will not allow forward Julián Álvarez to leave despite interest from Barcelona, Arsenal, and a €150 million bid from Real Madrid in June.

    8 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 3 August

  1. Barcelona's Flick seeks strikers as Torres future remains unclear

    Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said the Spanish champions must reinforce their attack after the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford, and with uncertainty surrounding Ferran Torres' future. The club made a rejected bid for Atletico Madrid and Argentina striker Julian Alvarez.

    3 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 30 July

  1. Atletico files FIFA complaint over Barcelona's Alvarez contact

    Atletico Madrid has lodged a complaint with FIFA against Barcelona, alleging the Catalan club made prohibited contact with Argentina striker Julian Alvarez to encourage him to leave. Alvarez said during the World Cup it would be "the best thing for everyone" for Atletico to let him leave, as Barcelona pursues the transfer.

    30 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 23 July

  1. Barcelona signs Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund

    Barcelona signed forward Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Dortmund on Thursday for a reported fee of 29 million euros including potential add-ons, on a five-year contract until June 2031. The 24-year-old, who can play up front or on either flank, is Barcelona's second signing and bolsters their attacking options after the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Marcus Rashford.

    23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Messi faces England in World Cup 2026 semi-final

    Lionel Messi, 39, will play England for the first time in Wednesday's World Cup semi-final, seeking to lead Argentina to the final. Messi earned his 200th cap for Argentina in the group stage and began his international career as an 18-year-old in 2005.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 12 July

  1. England face Argentina in World Cup semi-final Wednesday

    England and Argentina will meet in the World Cup semi-final on Wednesday in Atlanta after defeating Norway and Switzerland in the quarter-finals. Messi and Argentina seek to become the first team to win back-to-back World Cups since Brazil in 1962, while England pursue their first major trophy in 60 years.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Argentina beats Switzerland 3-1 in World Cup quarter-final

    Julian Alvarez scored Argentina's decisive second goal in the 112th minute as Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in extra-time in the World Cup quarter-final. Alvarez said "you have to know how to suffer" after Argentina came through another gruelling test.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Argentina beats Switzerland 3-1, eyes England semifinal

    Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni said the team's upcoming World Cup semi-final against England is "just a football game" after Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the quarter-finals. Alexis Mac Allister scored early, Dan Ndoye equalized, and goals from Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez sealed the win in Kansas City.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. England and Argentina advance to World Cup semi-final

    England beat Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, and defending champions Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1, setting up a semi-final matchup between the two nations.

    12 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland to face England in World Cup semi-final

    Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra-time in a World Cup quarter-final on Saturday, with Lionel Messi setting up an early opener and Julian Alvarez scoring a decisive goal in the 112th minute. The victory sets up a semi-final against England and keeps Argentina unbeaten in their past 12 World Cup matches.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

  6. England, Argentina advance to World Cup semi-final matchup

    England defeated Norway 2-1 in extra time with two goals from Jude Bellingham, while defending champions Argentina beat Switzerland 3-1 at the quarter-finals. The rivals will meet in the semi-finals in Atlanta on Wednesday.

    12 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Argentina stages World Cup comeback, beats Egypt three-two

    Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 in the round of 32, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez securing victory in stoppage time, allowing the holders to reach the quarter-finals.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Argentina stages epic comeback to beat Egypt, reach World Cup quarters

    Argentina came from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and advance to the quarter-finals, with Lionel Messi scoring the equaliser and Enzo Fernandez sealing the turnaround in stoppage time. Egypt protested controversial officiating decisions, including a disallowed goal and a red card to a coaching staff member.

    7 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Alvarez says transfer from Atletico Madrid best for everyone

    Argentina forward Julian Alvarez said he wants to leave Atletico Madrid, a move he believes would be "best for everyone," with Real Madrid and Barcelona competing for his signature. Atletico rejected a 150 million euro offer from Real Madrid earlier this month.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Alvarez says transfer from Atletico best for everyone

    Argentina forward Julian Alvarez said he wants to leave Atletico Madrid in a move that would be "best for everyone", with Real Madrid and Barcelona competing for his signature. Atletico rejected a 150 million euro offer from Real earlier this month.

    23 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 19 June

  1. Real Madrid signs three players for Mourinho's first season

    Real Madrid have signed Marc Cucurella, Bernardo Silva, and Ibrahima Konate under new coach Jose Mourinho to reinforce the squad after two seasons without a major trophy. Cucurella joined from Chelsea for around 55 million euros, Konate agreed a four-year deal, and Silva was also signed ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

    19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 29 May

  1. Messi aims to win second World Cup with Argentina

    Lionel Messi, who will turn 39 during the 2026 World Cup, continues as Argentina's talisman as they attempt to retain the trophy in North America after his 2022 Qatar triumph.

    29 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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