Atlético Madrid have submitted an official bid to Manchester City to sign Julián Álvarez, valued at around €60m. The transfer is contingent on the departure of Samu Omorodion to Chelsea, who are in advanced talks to sign the player for approximately €35m.
- Atlético Madrid have bid €60m for Julián Álvarez.
- Chelsea are negotiating to sign Samu Omorodion for €35m.
- Álvarez’s transfer depends on Omorodion’s move to Chelsea.
Julián Álvarez
Julián Álvarez, currently playing for Manchester City, is a centre-forward with a market value of €90.00m. Born on January 31, 2000, in Calchín, Argentina, Álvarez has made 50 appearances for Manchester City, scoring 20 goals and providing 10 assists. He has also earned 20 caps for the Argentina national team, scoring 8 goals.
Álvarez’s previous transfer from River Plate to Manchester City in 2021 was valued at €17,000,000, bringing his total transfer fees to €21.40m.
🚨🔴⚪️ Atlético Madrid have submitted official bid to Manchester City to sign Julián Álvarez.
🔵↪️ Deal depends on Omorodion’s exit as Chelsea are in talks over £35m deal to sign Samu from Atlético, advancing well.
Domino on but Samu leaves only if Atlético agree Julián deal. https://t.co/29daYKzmZ5
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 01, 2023
Atlético Madrid’s Bid for Julián Álvarez
Atlético Madrid have made an official bid to Manchester City for Julián Álvarez, reportedly worth around €60m. This transfer is crucial for Atlético Madrid as it hinges on the sale of Samu Omorodion to Chelsea.
Samu Omorodion
Samu Omorodion, currently playing for Atlético de Madrid, is a centre-forward with a market value of €35.00m. Born on May 5, 2004, in Melilla, Spain, Omorodion has made 15 appearances for Atlético Madrid, scoring 5 goals and providing 3 assists.
Omorodion’s previous transfer from Granada CF to Atlético de Madrid in 2023 was valued at €5,000,000 (release clause), bringing his total transfer fees to €5.00m.
Chelsea’s Interest in Samu Omorodion
Chelsea are in advanced negotiations to sign Samu Omorodion from Atlético Madrid for approximately €35m. This move is part of a larger strategy to bolster their attacking options for the upcoming season.
Transfer Market Dynamics
The potential transfers of Julián Álvarez and Samu Omorodion are part of a broader trend in the current transfer market. Other notable moves include:
- Manchester United: Extending Erik ten Hag’s contract and potentially appointing Ruud van Nistelrooy as a coach.
- Chelsea: Set to sign Marc Guiu from FC Barcelona by triggering his €6 million release clause.
- Everton: Finalizing a €20 million deal for Senegalese forward Iliman Ndiaye from Olympique de Marseille.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Julián Álvarez’s profile on Transfermarkt and Samu Omorodion’s profile on Transfermarkt.