Arsenal offers two stars to sign Julián Álvarez

The Gunners want the Argentine as the main star of their project for the upcoming season.

Javier Parra Peña | 31 Jan 2026 | 00.00
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Arsenal offers two stars to sign Julián Álvarez
Arsenal offers two stars to sign Julián Álvarez

The European market is shaken by the latest move from Arsenal to make a definitive quality leap in their attacking zone. The London club has set its sights on Julián Álvarez, the stellar Argentine forward currently playing for Atlético de Madrid.

To facilitate this high-stakes operation, the "Gunners" would be willing to sacrifice valuable pieces like Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus in a strategic exchange. This proposal aims to reduce the direct economic outlay for "La Araña," a player who has sparked the interest of other giants like Chelsea and PSG.

The British board understands that, after years of pursuing domestic success, the arrival of a World Cup champion would bring that necessary winning instinct. Arsenal knows that the competition will be fierce, especially due to the player's desire to join Barcelona, although Barça's financial situation remains an obstacle.

The swap with Gabriel Martinelli and Arsenal's offensive

Gabriel Martinelli emerges as the main bargaining chip in this ambitious puzzle that Mikel Arteta is trying to piece together for the upcoming summer window. The Brazilian winger, valued at around 45 million euros, is a player that Atlético de Madrid has previously monitored for their setup.

While Arsenal does not have a pressing need to part ways with the 24-year-old talent, the opportunity to acquire Álvarez fully justifies this tactical move. The Brazilian international has proven his worth in the Premier League, accumulating assists and a prowess that would fit well at the Metropolitano.

On the other hand, involving Gabriel Jesus in the discussions adds an element of experience that could entice the sports management of the Madrid club. Arsenal aims to capitalize on the fact that both Brazilian forwards have been on the exit ramp for the past eighteen months to secure the signing.

Arsenal offers two stars to sign Julián Álvarez

Julián Álvarez and Gabriel Jesus' challenge in the market

Gabriel Jesus' situation within the North London rotation has fluctuated, making him a mention in these international negotiation packages. The player from São Paulo brings a versatility that the Madrid technical staff values positively to revamp their own offensive line for the future.

Arsenal plans a thorough restructuring of their forward line in 2026, prioritizing the goal-scoring effectiveness that the striker born in Calchín guarantees. Julián Álvarez represents that modern profile of forward who can play across the front, captivating the analysts of the English team.

Meanwhile, clubs like Real Madrid or Fenerbahçe are keeping an eye on the situation of the discards that could arise from this mega exchange project. Arsenal will need to be very persuasive to convince the Argentine that the Emirates Stadium is the ideal destination over his Catalan preferences.

The future of the forward line at the Emirates

The operation would mark a before and after in the club's sports management, consolidating a young squad with an enviable hierarchy in Europe. Arsenal is gearing up for a summer of constant calls and high-level negotiations to secure the definitive "yes" from the Argentine forward.

Any move will ultimately depend on the willingness of the implicated players and the Atlético's capacity to fit these new pieces into their budget. Arsenal remains steadfast in its intention to lead the race for the signing that could shift the balance of power in England.

This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Arsenal ofrece a dos cracks para fichar a Julián Álvarez

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