Kuala Lumpur,El Sky News There’s growing speculation in European football that Argentina international Julián Álvarez could be on his way to Barcelona after the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Reports from Argentine media suggest the Atlético Madrid forward is Barcelona’s top choice to strengthen their attack next summer as they look for a long-term successor to Robert Lewandowski.
According to sources, Alvarez — who starred in Argentina’s World Cup success and has been a key player in La Liga — prefers a move to Barcelona once the global tournament concludes. Barcelona’s sporting department reportedly view him as a perfect fit for their tactical setup.
However, Alvarez’s entourage has denied any ongoing talks or agreement with Barcelona, calling the transfer claims “rumours” and stating there have been no official negotiations between the two clubs or his representatives.
On the market side, Atlético Madrid are demanding around €200 million for the striker, making him one of the most expensive forwards in European football if Barcelona were to pursue a deal.
For now, the situation remains uncertain: fans and pundits alike are watching closely to see if Barcelona will push for Alvarez — or if the striker stays put in Madrid — once the 2026 World Cup wraps up.
