Liverpool transfer news as Julian Alvarez priority emerges amid $71M Man Utd battle

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Liverpool transfer news as Julian Alvarez has reportedly made his priority clear for a summer transfer, while the Reds could be in a battle with Manchester United for a defenderJulian Alvarez has been linked with a move to Liverpool(Image: Getty Images)Liverpool claimed what could be a vital win for its Champions League hopes on Sunday - and in turn, that could have a big effect on its summer transfer business.Alexis Mac Allister struck late on to secure a 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest that sends the Reds level on points with both Manchester United and Chelsea in the race for the Premier League’s top five - the former plays later today against Everton.Securing a place at Europe’s top table though could prove to be vital with Liverpool needing to do more business, and according to the latest reports, a familiar face could be targeted once again.READ MORE: Liverpool player ratings, winners and losers vs Nottingham Forest as Mac Allister nets late winnerREAD MORE: Jamie Carragher told Liverpool to sign Nottingham Forest star 'better than Dominik Szoboszlai'Here is the Liverpool.com verdict on the latest transfer gossip to emerge around the Reds.Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)Julian Alvarez will prioritize a move to Barcelona over Liverpool if he chooses to leave Atletico Madrid this summer, according to Football Insider.The former Manchester City forward has been heavily linked with the Reds previously, and was touted for a move to Anfield a couple of years ago, but the insistence that Luis Diaz be part of a deal led to Liverpool not following through on its interest.Alvarez though continues to be linked with a move away from Atletico, and it’s suggested that he could push for an exit this summer. Should he do so, he would prefer a move to Barcelona over Liverpool or Arsenal, given he is reportedly not planning on a return to the Premier League anytime soon.Get LFC's 2025/26 season home and away kitsThis article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.

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