Battle of the titans! Chelsea enters the race for Julián Álvarez
Kenley Ward
Dailysports's expert
An intense battle awaits us on the transfer market.
Details: According to The Mirror, London side Chelsea has also entered the race for the 26-year-old forward from Atlético Madrid and the Argentina national team – Julián Álvarez.
It is reported that the Blues are ready to challenge Arsenal and Barcelona in the pursuit of the player during the summer transfer window.
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Previously, Barcelona had already attempted to sign Álvarez, but Atlético's response was categorical. Earlier media reports stated that the "Colchoneros" set a release clause for Álvarez at €200 million.
Julián Álvarez joined Atlético Madrid in 2024 from Manchester City for €75 million. This season, he has played 31 matches for the club, scoring 11 goals and providing 5 assists. His current contract with Atlético runs until 2030, and according to Transfermarkt, his market value is €100 million.
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