Arsenal plot next Julian Alvarez transfer move after £128m actions ‘spark great anger’

Arsenal are reportedly considering a potential loan move for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez in the upcoming January transfer window. The Premier League club previously targeted the 26-year-old Argentina international during the summer, but he stayed in Spain amid reported interest from Barcelona and a valuation of around £128 million.

Alvarez has started the season largely on the bench under manager Diego Simeone, appearing only four times following a recent muscle injury. Tensions also reportedly flared inside Atletico Madrid after director of football Carlos Bucero secretly explored a deal with Barcelona, a move that sparked significant anger within the club hierarchy.