The Paris Saint-Germain are already planning their summer transfer moves even as they gear up for the Champions League final against Arsenal. The Ligue 1 side have identified Julian Alvarez as a prime target, with the Argentine forward expected to leave Atlético Madrid this summer. However, FC Barcelona is poised to strike first in the race for his signature.

As the PSG prepare to face Arsenal in Budapest on May 30, their scouting team is already working on multiple fronts. With key attacking positions to fill, the club has kept a close watch on the situation surrounding Alvarez. The 23-year-old has been a standout performer in La Liga, and his potential departure from Atlético Madrid could open the door for a major transfer.

Barcelona’s €100 million bid could arrive soon

According to insider reports, FC Barcelona has finalized plans to submit the first official bid for Julian Alvarez. The offer, valued at approximately €100 million, could be presented within days. While it may include performance-based bonuses, sources indicate no players will be part of the deal. The move is seen as a strategic push by the Catalan club to bolster their attacking options ahead of the new season.

Fabrizio Romano, a well-known football insider, confirmed on his YouTube channel that Barcelona is actively preparing the bid, which is expected to be submitted before the start of the World Cup. The timing suggests a high level of urgency in securing the Argentine’s services.

PSG may need to act fast to secure Alvarez

With Atlético Madrid reportedly expecting a higher valuation for Alvarez, the PSG could face stiff competition. The Parisian club has the financial muscle to make a compelling counter-offer, but the race is on. Meanwhile, the club is also exploring alternative attacking solutions to ensure they don’t miss out on key signings this summer.

As the situation unfolds, football fans across Europe are keeping a close eye on the next moves in this high-stakes transfer saga.

By Mariama Hamani — Analyst