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Barcelona Striker Hunt: Alvarez Out of Reach?

3/13/2026

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Barcelona seeks a new striker to replace Robert Lewandowski, with a budget cap of €100 million including bonuses.
Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid is a key target, but transfer seems unlikely given Barcelona's budget constraints.
Atletico Madrid is not selling Alvarez to La Liga rival and has set a valuation around €150 million.
Alvarez's recent comments have fueled speculation, but Atletico Madrid plans to retain him as a central figure.

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Barcelona seeks a new striker to replace Robert Lewandowski, with a budget cap of €100 million including bonuses.
Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid is a key target, but transfer seems unlikely given Barcelona's budget constraints.
Atletico Madrid is not selling Alvarez to La Liga rival and has set a valuation around €150 million.
Alvarez's recent comments have fueled speculation, but Atletico Madrid plans to retain him as a central figure.