Barca face Liverpool challenge in Alvarez chase
Alvarez, who moved to Madrid from Manchester City in 2024, caught the attention of Barca following an impressive debut season in the Spanish capital.
The Argentine bagged 29 goals in all competitions, leading to the Camp Nou club placing him high on their shopping list for 2026.
“Barcelona is one of the teams that has shown the most interest in Julian Alvarez,” they wrote. “At Camp Nou, they dream of having his goalscoring instinct and ability to decide matches.
“However, the club that appears best positioned is Liverpool. The English side sees Julian Alvarez as the ideal player to bolster its attack for the immediate future.
“At Anfield, they value Julian Alvarez’s versatility, capable of playing as a centre-forward or on either wing. His style of play would be a perfect fit for the Premier League.”
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Mourinho wants Benzema reunion
Jose Mourinho’s first order of business following his return to Benfica is an apparent reunion with Karim Benzema.
The two previously worked together at Real Madrid, and Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman to Portugal.
Konur also says other clubs are interested.
Dortmund interested in Bardghji loan
Barcelona could allow summer signing Roony Bardghji to leave the club on loan in January to get more playing time.
“One of the clubs that has shown the most interest in Roony Bardghji is Borussia Dortmund,” they wrote.
“The German team, known for developing young talents, sees in the Swede an ideal profile to strengthen their attack.
“In Dortmund, they believe Roony Bardghji could follow a path similar to other players who excelled in the Bundesliga.
“The idea is to offer him a competitive environment where he can showcase his football without the pressure of Barcelona.”
Milan Considering Maignan Replacements
AC Milan are preparing for life without Mike Maignan by lining up a move for Toulouse goalkeeper Guillaume Restes.
The highly rated 20-year-old has propelled himself into the No. 1 shirt at his current club, and featured for France at the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
“Milan has an excellent relationship with his agents and with Toulouse,” they wrote. “And intends to monitor Restes closely.
“Maignan’s replacement could be French.”
