Arsenal have reportedly put forward a player-plus-cash swap proposal to sign Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, according to LiveScore. The offer is said to have advanced in recent days, with the Spanish club now willing to let the Argentine forward leave.
LiveScore reports that Arsenal's proposal would involve sending players to Atletico as part of the deal, rather than a straight cash transfer. The outlet describes the move as a "stunning" proposal that would leave Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pleased with the outcome.
Atletico Madrid have shifted their stance on Alvarez and are now open to selling him, according to Sky Sports, citing the Daily Express. This marks a change from earlier reports that the club wanted to keep the 26-year-old, who joined Atletico from Manchester City in 2024.
The Independent reported that Alvarez faced jeers from Atletico supporters during a recent match, amid ongoing speculation about his future. The London Evening Standard added that Alvarez has changed his position on a potential move after holding talks with Arteta, though no further details were provided.
Football London reported that a decision on Alvarez's future has been confirmed, but did not specify what that decision was. The outlet also noted that Arsenal have received a transfer update on the striker.
The situation remains fluid, with multiple outlets reporting different aspects of the same story. What is clear is that Arsenal are actively pursuing Alvarez, and Atletico are now willing to negotiate.
The key question now is whether the two clubs can agree on the structure of the swap deal, and whether Alvarez himself will push for the move to north London before the transfer window closes.
