Argentina ahead Julian Alvarez stated on Monday that he needs to go away Atletico Madrid in a transfer that might be “finest for everybody”, with Actual Madrid and Barcelona competing for his signature.
Atletico rejected a proposal of 150 million euros ($173 million) from Actual earlier this month, whereas Barcelona are hopeful of profitable the race to signal the 26-year-old.
Alvarez spoke about his future for the primary time after enjoying in Argentina’s 2-0 group win over Austria on the World Cup on Monday, because the defending champions secured their place within the final 32.
“This isn’t the time to speak about this, however I additionally do not need to cover. I attempt to be an trustworthy individual,” Alvarez advised reporters in Texas.
“I spoke with the folks on the membership, with these I wanted to speak to, and I believe the most effective factor for everybody is a switch. I need to fulfill my dream,” he stated, with out specifying his most well-liked vacation spot.
Final week, Atletico president Enrique Cerezo stated he had no indication that Alvarez wished to go away the membership after two trophyless seasons.
He additionally spoke out in opposition to the makes an attempt of rival golf equipment to prize the striker away and stated Alvarez would solely go away if his 500-million-euro launch clause was met.
Actual seem to have turned their consideration to different targets after their bid was dismissed, however Barcelona are reportedly making ready a brand new provide as they search a alternative for the departing Robert Lewandowski.
