Argentine footballer whose transfer between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona was heavily speculated in August 2026, and who scored in Argentina's World Cup 2026 quarter-final win over Switzerland.
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The Chronicle
… Julian Alvarez, Atletico Madrid On the other hand, Atletico Madrid claimed bragging rights in the first edition of the heated Madrid derby last time out when they secured a 2-1 victory over rivals Real Madrid at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. …
European Leagues’Resume After International BreakJoy Online
… Lautaro Martinez, Gianluca Prestianni, Nico Paz, Julian Alvarez, Franco Mastantuono, and Giuliano Simeone were all on the scoresheet for the hosts, while Moumoune Diallo netted an own goal. …
Argentina hit 7 as Burkina Faso land five hours before kick-offThe Ghanaian Times
… Lautaro Martinez, Gianluca Prestianni, Nico Paz, Julian Alvarez, Franco Mastantuono, Giuliano Simeone were all on the scoresheet for the hosts, while Moumoune Diallo netted an own goal. …
Argentina puts seven past Burkina FasoJoy Online
… Atletico often use their social media accounts to respond to rivals, repeatedly posting on X this summer to ridicule Barcelona over their pursuit of Atletico’s talisman Julian Alvarez. …
Atletico hit back at Mourinho over referee complaintsJoy Online
… The hosts brought on Julian Alvarez, who tried to engineer a summer move to Barcelona, only to face some boos. …
Atletico beat 10-man Real in feisty Madrid derbyJoy Online
… When Arsenal tried to sign Julian Alvarez and Vinicius Jr last month, it was Arteta who was at the forefront of the club’s charm offensive. …
Arsenal close to finalising new contract for ArtetaJoy Online
… Milos Kerkez failed to track Llorente, who got on the end of Julian Alvarez’s ball and finished past Alisson to score at Anfield again. …
Mac Allister scores winner as Liverpool beat Athletico MadridThe Ghanaian Times
… The signing comes amid speculation over Barcelona’s interest in Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez, opens new tab, with Atletico unwilling to sell the Argentine international to their domestic rivals. …
Barca sign JesusJoy Online
… Barcelona have also been pursuing a deal for Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez but Atletico have been clear of their intention to not negotiate with their La Liga rivals. …
Barcelona complete signing of Arsenal striker JesusThe Ghanaian Times
Julian Alvarez returned to Atletico Madrid training on Sunday amid continuing speculation about Barcelona’s pursuit of the Argentine forward. …
Alvarez returns to Atletico trainingArsenal and Leeds United meet at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday following the international break, with Arsenal seeking to recover from a 3-0 loss to Brighton while Leeds remain unbeaten in the Premier League after five matches.
9 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Arsenal and Leeds United meet at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday following the international break, with Arsenal seeking to recover from a 3-0 loss to Brighton while Leeds remain unbeaten in the Premier League after five matches.
9 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Argentina thrashed Burkina Faso 7-0 in a friendly overshadowed by the African team's difficult journey: their private flight from Morocco was cancelled due to technical failure, they arrived just five hours before kick-off, and several senior players refused to travel citing fatigue, forcing them to field a young, inexperienced squad.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Argentina thrashed Burkina Faso 7-0 in a friendly at Estadio Monumental, with the African visitors arriving just five hours before kickoff after a cancelled private flight from Morocco and fielding a young, inexperienced team after several senior players refused to travel citing fatigue.
5 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
After Jose Mourinho complained about refereeing decisions following Real Madrid's 2-1 derby loss to Atletico Madrid, Atletico posted videos on X calling for an end to "referee harassment," garnering two million views within two hours. Mourinho had arrived at his post-match news conference with printed screenshots of incidents he believed warranted red cards for Atletico players.
22 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Atletico Madrid defeated Real Madrid in a contentious derby, moving above their rivals into second place in La Liga. A penalty following Dean Huijsen's red card after a VAR review, converted by Alejandro Grimaldo, and a goal from Jonathan David sealed the win despite Antonio Rudiger's late header for Real.
20 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal are close to finalising a new contract with manager Mikel Arteta, with well-placed sources indicating discussions have progressed and full confidence among those involved that he will renew. Once signed, Arteta can expect to become one of the best-paid managers in world football, with Arsenal committed to significantly improving on his current deal worth £10m a season plus an extra £5m upon Champions League qualification.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alexis Mac Allister scored a left-footed winner as Liverpool began their Champions League campaign with a 2–1 home victory over Atletico Madrid, with Dominik Szoboszlai having earlier equalized after Marcos Llorente's opening goal.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona have signed Brazilian forward Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal on a three-year contract. British media reported the deal was worth about £8.6 million ($11.5 million), making Jesus Barcelona's sixth signing of the transfer window.
2 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Barcelona have completed the permanent signing of Brazilian striker Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal for £8.6m (10m euros). Jesus, who joined Arsenal from Manchester City in 2022 and scored 32 goals in 123 appearances, had fallen down the pecking order due to injury and competition from other forwards.
1 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Julian Alvarez returned to Atletico Madrid training on Sunday after missing sessions due to indisposition, with the club hopeful he will be available for the next La Liga match. Barcelona continues to pursue the Argentine forward despite Atletico's resistance, with Arsenal considered a viable alternative if they bid around €150 million.
1 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Barcelona are closing in on a transfer for Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus, valued at £8.6m, with the deal expected to be completed before Tuesday's deadline. The 29-year-old Brazil international is set to travel for a medical on Monday.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Julian Alvarez has missed two consecutive days of Atletico Madrid training after the club privately told him it will not sell him to Barcelona. Atletico are open to selling the Argentina striker to Arsenal, with the clubs holding direct talks over a potential 150m euros fee.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Atletico Madrid have dismissed Barcelona president Joan Laporta's claim that a €100m offer for forward Julian Alvarez remains on the table, stating there is "0% chance" of selling him to the club. Atletico condemned Barcelona's campaign, saying the player has been victimised and that Barcelona has harmed them economically and socially.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez was booed by his own fans while warming up and coming on as a substitute in a 2–2 draw with Villarreal, as speculation mounts about his departure ahead of the September 1 transfer deadline. Alvarez indicated during the World Cup his desire to leave to "fulfil my dream" and has been linked with Arsenal and Barcelona.
23 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal are set to make a £70m offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, with talks ongoing, though Newcastle sources insist they have no intention of selling and have received no direct approach from the Gunners.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Hearts of Oak boss Mas-Ud Didi Dramani provides a tactical breakdown of England and Argentina's strategies ahead of their 2026 World Cup semi-final clash on Wednesday, with the winner to face Spain in the final.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal have agreed to sell Belgium forward Leandro Trossard to Turkish club Besiktas for about £17m, with the 31-year-old given permission to undergo a medical in Istanbul. Trossard, who joined Arsenal from Brighton in January 2023, scored 36 goals and registered 34 assists in 174 appearances for the Gunners.
14 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez scored in extra time as Argentina defeated Switzerland at Kansas City Stadium in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. Argentina will face England in the semi-final at Atlanta Stadium on Wednesday.
12 July 2026 · Joy Online →
FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina dismissed allegations of bias in Argentina's 3-2 victory over Egypt in the World Cup round of 16, saying match officials operated with complete independence and that such unfounded accusations could provoke threats against referees. Egypt had complained about the officiating after losing the match and exiting the tournament, with coach Hossam Hassan alleging pressure on the referee to keep Argentina in the tournament.
10 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Argentina recovered from 2-0 down to defeat Egypt 3-2 and advance to the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals. Cristian Romero, Lionel Messi, and Enzo Fernandez scored the comeback goals, with Fernandez's injury-time header sealing the win.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lionel Messi broke Miroslav Klose's World Cup scoring record after scoring two goals against Austria, taking him to 18 goals across his sixth World Cup appearance. Argentina, the defending champions, qualified for the round of 32 with the victory.
24 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Argentina striker Julián Álvarez said he has told Atlético Madrid that a transfer is "the best thing for everyone" to fulfil his dreams, with Barcelona and Paris St-Germain reportedly interested. Álvarez joined Atlético from Manchester City for £81.5m in summer 2024 and has scored 49 goals in 106 games.
23 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Spanish left-back Marc Cucurella has completed a transfer from Chelsea to Real Madrid for an initial £47.5 million plus potential add-ons, becoming José Mourinho's first signing. Cucurella will officially join Madrid after the 2026 FIFA World Cup after four years at Chelsea, signing a six-year contract.
16 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Real Madrid offered Atletico Madrid 150 million euros for striker Julian Alvarez, but the club rejected the bid, citing the player's 500 million euro release clause.
9 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Barcelona has made 20-year-old Roony Bardghji available for transfer as the club strengthens its attacking options; six Premier League clubs including Aston Villa, Sunderland, and Brighton are reported to be interested, with Bardghji preferring a loan move to prove his value to Barcelona.
4 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Bukayo Saka's goal in the 45th minute gave Arsenal a 1-0 win over Atlético Madrid in their semifinal second leg, advancing 2-1 on aggregate to secure their first Champions League final appearance since 2006. They will face either Paris Saint-Germain or Bayern Munich in Budapest on May 30.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Arsenal and Atletico Madrid played to a 1-1 draw in their Champions League semi-final first leg, with both teams scoring from penalties. Arsenal's late penalty was overturned following a VAR check by referee Danny Makkelie, who deemed contact insufficient after initially pointing to the spot.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Marcus Rashford, on loan at Barcelona from Manchester United, has scored 12 goals this season and made a significant impact despite recent transfer speculation. The article argues Rashford should be patient regarding his future at the club.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →