Julian Álvarez on the Move? England Legend Sparks Transfer Talk Around Atlético Star
28 January 2026
Álvarez Under the Spotlight
The English legend Gary Lineker has once again stirred debate about Julián Álvarez’s future, the Argentine star thriving at Atlético Madrid.
In recent weeks, several outlets have linked Álvarez with moves to Arsenal and Barcelona ahead of the summer window.
Lineker, Arteta, and the Arsenal Link
Lineker told AS that Álvarez isn’t fully happy at Atlético Madrid and is unsettled with life at the club.
The former Manchester City forward has become one of Mikel Arteta’s targets for next season, according to English outlets.
Arteta aims to bolster a strike force that has struggled for goals, with the standout summer signing Victor Gyökeres not delivering the expected impact after 28 appearances and nine goals with the Gunners.
Lineker’s comment might seem like internet gossip, but he asserts the chatter is tied to Álvarez, whom he knows isn’t entirely content in Madrid.
Álvarez joined Atlético from Manchester City in summer 2024 and has been among Diego Simeone’s key players, featuring 86 times with 40 goals and 13 assists.
Punchline 1: If transfer rumors paid rent, Álvarez would already own a penthouse in the rumor mill.
Punchline 2: And honestly, if Lineker keeps talking, the transfer window might file a noise complaint from all the gossip—talk about a loud summer!
