Atlético de Madrid is on the verge of securing the incorporation of Argentine Julián Álvarez, in a move that could mark this summer's transfer market. According to renowned journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Madrid club has presented an offer of more than 75 million euros to Manchester City, with an additional 20 million in add-ons. This proposal has been accepted by the English club.
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Fabrizio Romano already sees Julián Álvarez at Atleti
Negotiations with the player are progressing, with Manchester City expected to authorize his medical in Spain once personal terms are agreed. This signing is considered a strategic operation to strengthen Atlético's front line and compete at the highest level in all competitions.
In parallel, Romano reports that Chelsea are very close to signing Samu Omorodion from Atlético de Madrid for 35 million pounds. This transfer is part of a series of movements that are redefining the European transfer market.
Furthermore, Conor Gallagher, currently at Chelsea, is preparing to travel to Madrid today. It is clear, then, that Atlético is preparing a double blow to the Premier League.
These moves reflect the intense activity and complex strategies of elite clubs as they prepare for the upcoming season. Atlético de Madrid, in particular, is demonstrating strong ambition to establish itself as a serious contender in both the domestic league and European competitions.
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Julián Álvarez, a consecrated young man
Julián Álvarez is 24 years old and began his career at Club Deportivo Atalaya and Club Atlético Calchín, standing out as a scorer in youth tournaments. After trying out for Real Madrid and Argentinos Juniors, he joined River Plate's youth team in 2015. He rose quickly and made his debut in the first team in 2018. With River, he won the 2018 Copa Libertadores and the 2019 Copa Argentina.
In 2021, he shone in the Argentine Super League, scoring crucial goals, including a hat-trick and a poker, and was key in obtaining the Champions Trophy.
In 2022, he joined Manchester City, where he continued his success, standing out in the Champions League and achieving a historic treble (Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League) in 2023. At the international level, he was champion of the 2021 Copa América and the 2022 World Cup with Argentina.
