Despite still being under contract with Atlético de Madrid until June 30, 2030, Julian Alvarez could be on the move this summer. The PSG and FC Barcelona are now locked in a fierce battle to sign the Argentine forward. To prevent unnecessary friction in the French capital, the PSG hierarchy has made a discreet request to the player’s entourage.
The PSG’s renewed interest in Alvarez comes after a dazzling season at Manchester City, where he shared the pitch with stars like Erling Haaland. While the Argentine’s move to Madrid was sealed for a reported €75 million, the Parisians have not abandoned hope of bringing him to the Parc des Princes this summer.
Delayed negotiations to protect the Champions League push
In a calculated move, PSG officials reached out to Fernando Hidalgo, the player’s advisor, urging him to postpone formal talks until after the Champions League final. The timing was deliberate: the club wanted Alvarez’s potential transfer to remain off the radar during the most critical stretch of the season, especially ahead of the showdown with Arsenal. The strategy paid off, as the Parisians lifted the trophy in Saturday’s final.
The club’s leadership, led by sporting director Luis Campos, is now weighing its next steps. With FC Barcelona also circling the Argentine, the race to secure his signature has only intensified. For now, PSG has taken the first step—approaching his agent to steer discussions away from the immediate spotlight.
What’s next for Julian Alvarez and Paris Saint-Germain?
The coming weeks will reveal whether the summer transfer window will see Julian Alvarez donning the PSG jersey. While his contract with Atlético de Madrid remains valid for years to come, the allure of joining a club of Paris Saint-Germain’s stature may prove irresistible. For the French giants, the challenge now is to turn their summer ambitions into a completed deal—without reigniting tensions in the locker room.
