The Gunners believed they had ended their long search for a prolific no9 when they signed Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP for £64million last July. The Sweden international has struggled with the demands of English football but turned in perhaps his best performance for the club in last Sunday's derby win over Tottenham.
When Julian Alvarez was playing for City, I really liked him. He didn't start every single game, but every time he played he has been really special. He can score goals and give assists, but he's got temper, personality, and character.
A transfer for the 33-year-old could satisfy all parties: Salah would be the one to decide on the move following his complaints about his treatment by Liverpool in December; the Reds would receive a transfer fee as the Egypt star has a contract until 2027; and Al Ittihad need to strengthen having already lost Karim Benzema and N'Golo Kanté in the January window, while Fabinho's contract ends in the summer and Moussa Diaby has been linked with Inter Milan.
When we talk about what Chelsea need, we often talk about an off the peg type of player. Julian Alvarez fits that type of player that we need, Cundy said. That is the type of player I'd like us to sign more of. He's Premier League ready. You're not going to be waiting for someone to adapt to the Premier League. There's a lot to like about him, but it is a lot of money.
He's an interesting player, but when I spoke with some guys from Bayern, they said they didn't need these rumours at the moment they wanted a quiet transfer window. Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid looks on (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images) So they won't go for him at the moment. They'd love to have a player like him in the team, but with a contract until 2030, it's a no-go.
According to RAC1, the club's internal planning is increasingly being carried out without Robert Lewandowski as a central figure, signalling a potential turning point in Barcelona's attack. The Blaugrana hierarchy is working under the assumption that they will be able to operate within La Liga's 1:1 financial rule this summer. If that objective is achieved, the priority would be signing a new striker and reinforcing the defence with at least one centre-back.