JUST IN: BARCELONA SUBMIT €100M BID TO ATLÉTICO MADRID FOR JULIÁN ÁLVAREZ

May 29, 2026

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By ‘Sefiu Ajape

Atlético Madrid forward Julián Álvarez is at the centre of a major transfer development after FC Barcelona reportedly submitted an official €100 million offer to Atlético Madrid.

The proposal is understood to be a straight cash bid with no add-ons or player exchange involved, marking Barcelona’s first formal approach for the Argentine attacker.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported on Friday that Atlético Madrid were unhappy with both the timing and structure of the offer over the past 24 hours, although discussions between the clubs remain unresolved.

The post read, “Barcelona send first official proposal to Atlético Madrid for Julián Álvarez worth €100m. No add-ons, no players involved. Atlético, not happy about the situation over last 24h — but Julián has already asked to leave.”

Reports also suggest that Álvarez has informed Atlético Madrid of his desire to leave the club, a move that could influence negotiations in the coming days.

Atlético Madrid are now expected to internally review the proposal before making a final decision, with the club reportedly reluctant to part ways with one of their key attacking players without securing a replacement first.