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Arsenal Initiate Alvarez Talks Amid €500 Million Price Tag

6/4/2026

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Arsenal are preparing to open formal talks with Atletico Madrid for striker Julian Alvarez, whose €500m release clause and £120m valuation exceed Arsenal’s budget.
Atletico have identified Victor Osimhen as a replacement, noting Galatasaray would demand £64m for him.
Arsenal also consider Viktor Gyokeres, who scored over 20 goals after the club’s more than £60m purchase last season.

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Arsenal are preparing to open formal talks with Atletico Madrid for striker Julian Alvarez, whose €500m release clause and £120m valuation exceed Arsenal’s budget.
Atletico have identified Victor Osimhen as a replacement, noting Galatasaray would demand £64m for him.
Arsenal also consider Viktor Gyokeres, who scored over 20 goals after the club’s more than £60m purchase last season.