Insane money! Barcelona prepares record-breaking bid for star forward
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Barcelona is set to shake up the global transfer market right after the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup.
Details: According to Sport, the Blaugrana management is finalizing their plan to acquire Argentina’s star striker Julián Álvarez. The Barcelona board is determined to make a decisive move in negotiations as soon as the final whistle blows at the tournament in North America.
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To secure the World Cup champion, the Catalan giants are ready to splash out on a colossal financial package—one that could rank among the biggest deals in football history. Insider sources reveal Barcelona is preparing an official offer with a fixed sum of a staggering 135 million euros.
On top of that, the deal will include various bonuses and add-ons totaling another 15 million euros, potentially taking the overall transfer package to an astronomical 150 million euros.
Reminder: Barcelona has set their sights on Girona winger Viktor Tsyhankov.