Arsenal Plans Swap Deal to Sign Alvarez

Arsenal has placed Julian Alvarez, the Atletico Madrid striker, among its top targets for the summer transfer market, as manager Mikel Arteta seeks to bolster his attacking line with a player who possesses tactical flexibility and significant experience.

According to "The Times," Arsenal is looking into the possibility of including Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres in a swap deal to convince Atlético Madrid to agree to the departure of Álvarez.

The report indicates that the London club believes Atletico Madrid's refusal to sell the player to Barcelona or Real Madrid may give foreign clubs an advantage in securing a deal, potentially with a financial incentive added to the transaction.

Meanwhile, the Spanish newspaper "AS" confirmed that Atletico Madrid does not intend to part with Alvarez, considering him a fundamental part of the team's project for the new season.

Arsenal is determined to sign the player for his capability to play in several attacking roles, along with his experience in competing for major titles.

The report indicated that the completion of the deal will depend on a change in Atletico Madrid's stance and Alvarez's desire to leave, which makes his transfer to Arsenal far from being finalized at this point.