PSG eyes Julian Alvarez as Barcelona prepares £100m bid

The PSG is not only gearing up for a crucial UEFA Champions League final against Arsenal but also mapping out its summer transfer strategy. With the match in Budapest just hours away, reports suggest the Parisian club is prioritizing key offensive reinforcements, with Julian Alvarez emerging as a top target. However, the Ligue 1 side may face stiff competition from FC Barcelona, which is reportedly preparing to submit its first official offer imminently.

Barcelona’s calculated move for Alvarez

According to insider updates, FC Barcelona has held discussions with Julian Alvarez’s agent and is finalizing a formal bid to be submitted within days. While the offer won’t be tabled immediately, club officials are aiming to finalize the package before the start of the World Cup. The proposed fee is reported to hover around €100 million, potentially including performance-based bonuses but excluding any player exchanges.

PSG’s transfer race heats up

The next phase of the transfer saga hinges on whether Atlético de Madrid accepts Barcelona’s valuation. Spanish media outlets had previously hinted at a higher price tag for Alvarez than what Barcelona is now considering. This opens the door for PSG to step in with a more attractive counterproposal in the coming days. In parallel, the Parisian club is reportedly exploring additional attacking options to bolster its squad ahead of the new season.