Barcelona are expected to make another attempt this week to sign Atletico Madrid forward Alvaro Alvarez, according to well-known Italian journalist Schira.
The Catalan club are set to renew their efforts to bring Alvarez from Atletico Madrid, with the forward reportedly still determined to leave the Spanish side. He has also made clear his preference for a move to Barcelona.
Alvarez, who is known by the nickname “El Pequeno Arana” – meaning “the little spider” – remains at the centre of transfer speculation involving the two clubs. Barcelona’s renewed approach this week would represent another effort to secure his signing after previous interest.
The latest developments come after a difficult occasion for Alvarez during Atletico Madrid’s most recent La Liga match. Supporters booed him before kick-off and again when he came on as a substitute.
He also did not take part in Atletico Madrid’s post-match lap of appreciation, further highlighting the tension surrounding his position at the club. His absence from the customary celebration with team-mates and supporters followed the hostile reception he had received earlier in the match.
For Barcelona, the player’s reported desire to join them could strengthen their position as they prepare to make another approach. However, Alvarez remains an Atletico Madrid player, and the information currently available only confirms that Barcelona intend to renew their interest during the week.
Schira’s report places the focus firmly on whether Barcelona can turn their continued pursuit into an agreement with Atletico Madrid. The forward’s reaction to the club’s supporters and his decision not to join the post-match lap have added further significance to the transfer story.
No details have been provided about the size of any proposed offer or the terms that Barcelona may present. The central developments are that Barcelona are preparing another attempt, Alvarez wants to leave Atletico Madrid and the forward is keen on a move to the Catalan club.
The situation is therefore expected to remain under scrutiny as Barcelona begin their latest effort to sign Alvarez. Atletico Madrid’s forward has already attracted attention because of his reported preference for Barcelona, while the reception he received in the recent La Liga match has intensified interest in his future.
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