PSG in trouble: Julian Alvarez tipped to join Barcelona for €100m

The summer transfer window is fast approaching, and Paris Saint-Germain are expected to make significant moves to strengthen their squad. With Julian Alvarez, the dynamic Argentine striker from Atlético Madrid, high on their radar, the club faces a potential setback as reports suggest his next chapter could be written in Barcelona.

With Bradley Barcola’s potential departure to Liverpool already on the table, PSG are keen to secure top attacking talent. However, Julian Alvarez—a 26-year-old forward with a proven goal-scoring record—has emerged as a priority target. The French club’s hopes of signing him may now be fading, as insider sources indicate a strong likelihood of his move to Barcelona for a reported €100 million deal.

Barcelona poised to make a €100m move

Specialist transfer journalist Fabrizio Romano has shed light on the situation, revealing that Barcelona are finalizing an official offer for Alvarez. While the deal is not imminent, discussions are underway, and the Spanish giants are expected to submit their bid before the World Cup kicks off. The proposed transfer could reach €100 million, with performance-based bonuses included, though no player exchanges are expected.

Alvarez’s future is already decided

The Argentine forward has made his intentions clear: he will not renew his contract with Atlético Madrid and is set on securing a move. According to Romano, Alvarez’s choice of destination is no secret: “His next club is very clear—it’s Barcelona.” For PSG, this means the window for securing his signature may be closing faster than anticipated.