MADRID, SPAIN – AUGUST 3, 2024
Atletico Madrid has entered the race to sign Manchester City striker Julian Alvarez, submitting a surprise bid of β¬60 million plus add-ons, sources close to the negotiations revealed today.
The bid, which could reach β¬70 million with performance-related clauses, surpasses initial offers from Sevilla and Real Betis, putting Atletico Madrid in pole position to secure the Argentine forward’s signature.
Manchester City, willing to let Alvarez go for the right price, is considering the offer. The Premier League champions have already rejected several bids for the 24-year-old, who impressed for club and country.
Atletico Madrid’s interest in Alvarez comes as a surprise, given their current attacking options. However, manager Diego Simeone is believed to be a huge fan of the striker, seeing him as the perfect addition to his squad.
The bid has thrown the transfer market into chaos, with other interested clubs forced to reassess their options. Manchester City must now decide whether to accept the offer or hold out for a better deal.
The football world waits with bated breath as the saga unfolds. Will Atletico Madrid secure Alvarez’s signature, or will another club enter the fray? Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
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