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Bernal Welcomes Alvarez Amidst Barca Transfer Buzz
3 Jul
Summary
- Bernal expressed openness to Julian Alvarez joining Barcelona.
- Barcelona remains interested despite Atletico's resistance.
- Alvarez informed Atletico of his desire to leave this summer.
Marc Bernal has become the latest Barcelona figure to comment on the ongoing speculation surrounding Julian Alvarez, admitting he would welcome the Argentine striker at Camp Nou. The transfer saga continues to dominate headlines, with Barcelona closely watching the Atletico Madrid forward's situation, despite significant resistance from their La Liga rivals.
Bernal stated he would be pleased to see the World Cup winner join Hansi Flick's squad. He stressed that the current group is prepared to compete irrespective of any transfer market developments. Barcelona president Joan Laporta has also acknowledged contacts between the parties, intensifying transfer rumors.
Despite Atletico Madrid's reluctance to negotiate with a direct domestic competitor, Barcelona remains hopeful that circumstances surrounding Alvarez could shift in their favor before the transfer window closes. Alvarez himself has informed Atletico Madrid of his wish to depart this summer, fueling Barcelona's sustained interest.
