Julian Alvarez 'wants to leave Atletico Madrid' after Liverpool transfer links
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Liverpool FC NewsTransfer NewsLiverpool FCJulian Alvarez has made clear his desire to leave Atletico Madrid, according to reports in Spain, with the former Manchester City striker attracting interest from several top clubsJulian Alvarez has been linked with several clubs in recent months, including Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)It's claimed that Julian Alvarez has made it clear he wants to quit Atletico Madrid this summer.The former Manchester City forward has caught the eye of Arsenal, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain following an impressive spell in Spain. He's also previously been linked with a move to Liverpool, although those reports have cooled in recent months.Spanish outlet Cadena SER claims Alvarez has indicated his wish to move on, triggering a scramble amongst Europe's elite clubs to secure his signature.
Barcelona is understood to have approached its La Liga rival with an offer involving Ferran Torres plus cash for the 26-year-old, but Atletico swiftly rejected the proposal.READ MORE: Arne Slot makes valid point in defense of Liverpool's difficult seasonREAD MORE: Arne Slot's one-word description of nightmare Liverpool season says everythingAtletico is reportedly demanding a substantial fee for the Premier League and World Cup winner.A further report from Cadena SER suggests the club is already making plans for next season, with Alvarez at the center of discussions amid considerable interest from elsewhere.Simeone said: "It's not a question for me, it's a question for Julian. It's his decision, and he'll have to make it."Alvarez is one of the best forwards in Europe(Image: Getty Images)Atletico endured a deflating conclusion to its campaign after a heavy defeat on the road.
Villarreal thrashed Simeone's players 5-1 as they stumbled over the line to secure fourth spot.The club's sporting director, Mateu Alemany, is overseeing the next phase of progress at the Wanda Metropolitano.There will be transfer targets for Madrid to pursue, and Alvarez's departure could provide significant funds for that rebuild, with Antoine Griezmann also exiting the club.A report from The Guardian last week indicated that Mikel Arteta will be given access to significant funds as Arsenal seeks to build a dynasty following its first Premier League title triumph in more than two decades.In the report, the Spaniard is understood to have made a new forward his top priority with Alvarez among the targets. It is believed that there are resources available to help the newly crowned champions secure a marquee signing.The Gunners reached the summit of English soccer comfortably with their victory confirmed before the final day after Manchester City dropped points at Bournemouth.The lengthy wait to lift the silverware concluded after they put the finishing touches on an outstanding season with a 2-1 victory, while they can complete the job on Saturday with a European Cup to add to their haul.Arsenal faces Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final in Budapest, Hungary.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Liverpool FCArsenal FCManchester City FCFC BarcelonaParis Saint-Germain FCAtletico MadridTransfers