FC Barcelona shake again the signing market with news that has left the culé fans breath: the club has reached a verbal agreement with Argentine striker Julián Álvarez, current Manchester City player. According to sources close to the negotiation, the date of the firm is already marked in red in the calendars of the Barca directive, and the official announcement could be made in the next few days.
President Joan Laporta, together with sports director Deco and coach Hansi Flick, have worked silently for weeks to close the operation. Barça’s intention is clear: reinforce his offensive line with a young, talented and winning mentality striker. Julián Álvarez, world champion with Argentina in 2022 and a key piece in the City of Pep Guardiola, fits perfectly into the profile sought by the club.
The verbal agreement, at the time, contemplates a contract for several seasons, and is expected to exceed 50 million euros, although some details are still to be resolved. What seems definitive is the will of the player, who would be delighted to wear Barça’s shirt and assume a leading role in the new Flick project.
In the club’s environment, enthusiasm is breathed. Julian’s arrival would not only be a media blow, but also an injection of quality and competitiveness to a striker who needs new solutions. His ability to play as much as ‘9’ and in more delayed positions makes him a very versatile footballer, ideal for the Barca game style.
From Argentina to Catalunya, rumors have lit social networks, and fans already dream of seeing the young attacker at the Camp Nou scoring goals and celebrating with the Blaugrana shirt. Some even compare it with the beginnings of another illustrious Argentine of the club: Lionel Messi.
Meanwhile, in Manchester, Guardiola has not yet publicly spoken about the possible transfer, although it is known that Julian considers a great professional. However, the lack of minutes in some sections of the season could have influenced the player’s decision to find a new challenge.
Barça, meanwhile, seems more determined than ever to return to the top. And Julián Álvarez’s signing could be the first big step towards that goal.
