Barcelona vice-president confirms offer for Julian Alvarez while eyeing final transfer days
Barcelona’s vice-president Rafael Yuste said the club has submitted a bid for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez and that the transfer window remains open.
Rafael Yuste, Barcelona’s vice-president, confirmed that the club has put forward an offer for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez, though he offered no further specifics about the Argentine’s future. In the interview, Yuste stressed the importance of preserving decorum and the long-standing relationship with Atletico’s Miguel Ángel Gil and President Cerezo. He refrained from commenting on whether the bid is still active, citing the player’s contractual status.
The Barcelona executive redirected attention to the team’s immediate priority of winning the next La Liga match, as highlighted by coach Hansi. He also praised the work of the sporting department, led by Deco, and mentioned recent acquisitions such as Rodri, as well as ongoing interest in players like Bojan and Alejandro Echeverría, noting that a few days remain in the transfer window.
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The story shows Barcelona’s pursuit of a top striker and the delicate negotiations shaping the upcoming transfer window.
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