Barcelona ready to wait until deadline day for priority target; could also return in January
Barcelona is maintaining a patient pursuit of Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, willing to wait until the transfer deadline or even January to secure the player. Despite Atletico's resistance, Barcelona remains committed to their €100 million valuation.
Why it matters
This highlights the high-stakes nature of professional football transfer negotiations and the influence of player desire on club strategy.
Barcelona have no intention of abandoning their pursuit of Julian Alvarez , even if a deal proves impossible before the summer transfer window closes.
According to Jota Jordi on El Chiringuito TV (h/t FCB World ), the Catalan giants are prepared to keep the operation alive until the final moments of the window.
Furthermore, should Atletico Madrid continue to block a move, Barcelona could return for the Argentine striker in January with another offer in the region of €100 million.
The club have already tested Atletico's resolve with a €100 million offer earlier in the summer , while Alvarez has publicly spoken about his desire to leave in order to fulfil a "dream".
Atletico, however, have refused to open the door , leaving Barcelona waiting for the situation to change, with the player himself now holding a major role in what happens next.
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