Barcelona are preparing a serious attempt to sign Julian Alvarez this summer. Barcelona initially considered reducing the deal cost by offering Ferran Torres to Atletico Madrid as part of the proposal. Ferran Torres has no intention of leaving and does not want to be involved in any exchange operation. Barcelona remain strongly interested in Alvarez, with uncertainty about his future at Atletico Madrid increasing that interest. Atletico Madrid also senses Alvarez may consider a change despite arriving recently. Without Torres, Barcelona would need to pursue a full cash operation, which is extremely difficult given the club’s current financial situation. Barcelona feel comfortable with the situation and prioritize other urgent needs before starting extension talks.
"Torres ended the season with growing influence in the attack and is believed to be fully committed to fighting for an even bigger role next year. Furthermore, despite his contract expiring next summer, Barcelona are not rushing into renewal negotiations at this stage. Importantly, the club feel comfortable with the current situation and is prioritising other urgent matters, like signing a forward, before opening formal talks over an extension. So what now? Even with the financial difficulty involved, Alvarez continues to be viewed as a transformative target for Barcelona."
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