November 9, 2025 – Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez has responded to swirling transfer rumors linking him to Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in an interview with L'Équipe. The 25-year-old Argentine, who joined Atlético from Manchester City for €75 million last year, remains focused on his current club despite interest from Europe’s elite.Álvarez, who has scored 10 goals in 14 La Liga matches this season, acknowledged past discussions with PSG before his move to Madrid. “When I signed for Atlético, we spoke a lot about Paris. It’s true. There were discussions between the PSG hierarchy and my agent, but it didn’t happen,” he said. On potential moves to Barcelona or PSG, he added, “Honestly, I don’t know. In Spain, people speak a lot about me and Barcelona. For now, I am focused on Atlético, and we will review at the end of the season.”The interest from Barcelona is tied to their search for a successor to aging star Robert Lewandowski, whose contract expires in 2026. Álvarez’s impressive form and versatility have made him a prime target, though he praised Atlético’s competitive spirit under coach Diego Simeone, signaling his commitment for the time being.