Arsenal intensify push for Álvarez as Arteta’s top striker target

Arsenal are accelerating their pursuit of Julián Álvarez, with The Independent reporting that the club aims to secure the Atlético Madrid striker before pre‑season begins. The Gunners have increased their efforts in recent weeks, encouraged by a drop in competition for the Argentina international. Álvarez, previously inclined to remain in Spain, is now believed to be open to a move to north London, giving Arsenal renewed hope of completing the transfer.

Talks remain challenging, however, due to differing financial expectations. Arsenal are unwilling to surpass £90 million, while Atlético are reportedly holding out for a fee above £100 million before agreeing to negotiate. Álvarez has become Mikel Arteta’s priority attacking addition after another standout season for club and country. A World Cup winner with growing influence on the international stage, he is viewed as a transformative signing Arsenal want in place before preparations for the new campaign begin.