GoalZaza understands that Arsenal have opened direct communication channels with representatives of Atletico Madrid. �s Julian Alvarez, as the North L...
GoalZaza understands that Arsenal have opened direct communication channels with representatives of Atletico Madrid. �s Julian Alvarez, as the North London club sets its sights on a high profile move for the Argentina international. The 28 goal contributions star, described by his current manager as an extraordinary talent, has been in blistering form this season with 19 goals and nine assists across all competitions. The Gunners are keen to add a proven finisher to their forward line, and sources close to the player have confirmed that talks have been initiated on the player side. At the end of the day, this potential transfer could be the lion. �s share of Arsenal. �s summer business, especially given the club. �s need for a consistent goal scorer to challenge for the Premier League title. The powers that be at the Emirates are clearly ready to invest heavily, and the asking price from Atletico Madrid is expected to be in the region of. ��128 billion, using the current conversion rate of. ��1600 to one dollar. For the Arsenal faithful, the prospect of seeing Alvarez in the red and white jersey is a mouthwatering one, as his movement off the ball and composure in front of goal could finally give Mikel Arteta the clinical edge his team has lacked. In the scheme of things, this move would signal Arsenal. �s intent to compete with the very best in Europe, and it would also create a tantalising link up with fellow Super Eagles star Victor Osimhen should the Nigerian international also make a switch to North London this summer. Down in Lagos at the popular viewing centres in Surulere and Ikeja, the mood is one of cautious optimism. Fans have been known to break into spontaneous chants of. �Jay Jay. � whenever a big name like Alvarez is linked, and many are already discussing where he would fit in alongside Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard. The buzz is palpable, and if this deal goes through, you can be sure that the plastic chairs at those centres will be filled to capacity for every Arsenal match next season.
