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Having practically secured the transfer of Anthony Gordon for a reported £70 million, Barcelona has now intensified its pursuit of another high-profile target: Julián Álvarez. According to “Mundo Deportivo,” the club’s sporting director, Deco, met yesterday with Fernando Hidalgo, the agent of the Argentine forward currently playing for Atlético Madrid. The meeting, held at a Barcelona hotel, also included manager Juanma López, who could play a crucial role in negotiations between the clubs. López spent a decade as a player with “Los Colchoneros,” and is expected to leverage his connections there.
Barcelona aims to finalize the transfer before the start of the World Cup. “Mundo Deportivo” reports that Julián Álvarez himself has informed Atlético’s management that while he is happy at the club, he would prefer a move to Barcelona if a concrete opportunity arises.
The deal is anticipated to reach €100 million, including various bonuses.
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