FC Barcelona Archives: 08/2026

Arsenal are still hoping to convince Julian Alvarez to join them before Tuesday’s deadline, but the striker has now returned to training with Atletico Madrid.

Gabriel Jesus is set to undergo a medical with FC Barcelona this afternoon, and Arsenal will hold a decent sell-on clause in the player’s contract with his new club.

Arsenal and Barcelona have reportedly agreed a deal in principle for Gabriel Jesus, with a medical planned before the transfer deadline.

Julian Alvarez has told Mikel Arteta he does not want to join Arsenal, leaving the Gunners unlikely to complete a deal before the deadline.

Atletico Madrid fans are protesting against Julian Alvarez amid the player’s desire to join Barcelona, with Arsenal still currently unable to convince him to pick them instead.

A Spanish report claims Atletico Madrid are willing to sell Julian Alvarez to Arsenal, but the striker has reportedly rejected a return to England.

Diego Simeone has confirmed that Julian Alvarez won’t be in the Atletico Madrid squad on Wednesday amid the speculation around his future.

Viktor Gyokeres is seemingly of interest to FC Barcelona, but the club are yet to make contact with Arsenal at this stage.

FC Barcelona have joined the race to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri, with Real Madrid failing to reach a deal for the 30-year-old.

Chelsea are renewing Joao Pedro’s contract amid interest from Arsenal and FC Barcelona, according to a report from Brazil.