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Man United Preparing Stunning £125m Bid for Atletico Madrid Star Julian Alvarez As Red Devils Target High-Profile Signing to Bolster Attack. 

 

Manchester United are reportedly gearing up for a blockbuster summer transfer by launching a £125 million bid for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez. The Argentine international, who has been in exceptional form this season, could be set for a sensational return to Manchester after leaving City for Atletico just last summer.

Alvarez’s Impact at Atletico Madrid

Since joining Atletico Madrid from Manchester City in 2024, Julian Alvarez, 25, has established himself as one of the most lethal forwards in La Liga and Europe.

  • Goalscoring Form: 17 goals and 4 assists in 37 appearances across all competitions.
  • Champions League: 6 goals and 1 assist in 8 appearances.
  • Copa del Rey: 4 goals and 1 assist in 5 matches, helping Atletico reach the semi-finals.
  • La Liga: 7 goals and 2 assists in 24 games, guiding Atletico to second place in the league standings.

His six-year contract at the Wanda Metropolitano suggests Atletico intend to keep him long-term, but Manchester United seem determined to test their resolve.

Manchester United’s Ambitious Transfer Plans

According to Fichajes, United are preparing to ‘go all out’ for Alvarez and are willing to activate his £125m release clause. The Red Devils are prioritizing an elite striker to spearhead their attack in a 3-4-3 formation under new head coach Ruben Amorim.

Alvarez’s name has surged to the top of United’s wishlist, with the club seemingly shifting its focus away from Sporting Lisbon’s Viktor Gyokeres despite previous interest.

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Why Alvarez? United’s Need for a Proven Goal Scorer

United’s current striker situation has been far from convincing:

  • Rasmus Højlund and Joshua Zirkzee have struggled for consistency.
  • 17-year-old Chido Obi has impressed at youth level but is not yet ready to lead the line.
  • The club is likely to sell at least one senior striker to accommodate a new arrival.

Alvarez’s versatility, clinical finishing, and experience at the highest level make him a perfect fit for United’s long-term project.

Pep Guardiola’s Thoughts on Alvarez’s Move to Atletico

Julian Alvarez originally joined Manchester City from River Plate in 2022, scoring 36 goals and providing 17 assists in 103 appearances for the Premier League giants before opting for a move to Spain.

City boss Pep Guardiola had this to say about his exit:

“I don’t like to tell players what they have to do. Contracts are nice, but they can be broken. If you are not happy, why should you stay? Alvarez wanted a new challenge, and Atletico is a top club.”

United will be hoping that Alvarez is now open to another challenge, this time back in Manchester—but on the red side.

What Next? United’s Summer Transfer Strategy

With Ruben Amorim confirming that United must sell before they can buy, the club’s priority is to offload unwanted players before finalizing major signings.

The upcoming transfer window promises to be a crucial period for the Red Devils, with Alvarez emerging as their top target. If United secure his signature, it would be one of the biggest transfer coups of the summer.