[Rumor Board] Arsenal Has Been Collecting Data On Little Spider Since January This Year. He Fully Meets The Tactical Requirements.

When Hupu was on April 29, something happened. What was it? It is Daily Mail reporter ISAAN KHAN who is writing a column. What is written in this column? The situation at Arsenal was discussed, and the situation at Atletico Madrid striker Alvarez was also discussed.

Atletico Madrid are brimming with talent in attack these days, but there is one player in particular who will give Arteta a hard time at the Wanda Metropolitano on Wednesday night.

Arsenal know Alvarez's strength better than anyone else, because they have done a lot of homework in order to pursue this player this summer, and now, it is the forward who is blocking their way back to the Champions League final after twenty years. In all competitions this season, the World Cup winner has directly participated in 28 goals (goals plus assists), ranking first in the Atletico Madrid team. Relying on his speed, dribbling ability and ability to tear open defenses, coupled with his ruthless finishing ability in front of goal, it is not surprising that the forward is highly sought after.

It is the combination of these qualities that allowed Alvarez to score 29 goals in his first year at Atletico Madrid last season. If he joins Arsenal, the Argentinian player can give the team what they have been missing for a long time: a stable and reliable goal threat. For these reasons and more, Arsenal's interest in him is real. According to the "Daily Mail", Arsenal staff have been arranged to collect Alvarez's data since at least January to assess whether he meets the team's needs – covering his injury record, physical performance data and game output. The results are very clear, he fully meets Arsenal's tactical needs, and the club hopes to recruit him this summer.

Atletico Madrid coach Simeone confirmed Arsenal's interest in his player earlier today, claiming: "I am not a fan of Alvarez. It is normal for a player of Julian's caliber to be coveted by Arsenal, Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona. This is normal, given that he is so outstanding." Arsenal are facing fierce competition from Barcelona, ​​​​who have also listed the former Manchester City striker as their top target.

However, there is one factor working in Arsenal's favour, and that is sporting director Berta. He worked for Atletico Madrid for nearly 12 years before joining the Gunners in March last year, and signed Alvarez for Atletico Madrid in 2024. Berta has a very high opinion of the Argentinian. But it is understood that Arteta is full of favor for him, if not more enthusiastic. The Spanish coach attaches great importance to the player's family values, down-to-earth character, and the quality of not being tempted by fame and fortune. After learning about Alvarez's background, his determination to sign the striker became stronger.

It is not easy to attract Alvarez to North London. The contract he signed in Madrid lasts until 2030. This gives Atletico Madrid the confidence to ask for a sky-high transfer fee. After all, when they bought him from Manchester City in the past, the total price including floating clauses reached 81.5 million pounds. Arsenal may have to make a blockbuster offer close to 100 million pounds to prompt Atletico Madrid to seriously consider this deal.

After investing about 250 million pounds last summer, the Gunners hope to raise part of the funds by selling players. It is reported that Jesus will leave the team this summer, and Chiviol is expected to join Porto, which can bring about 15 million pounds in revenue to the club. However, these alone are far from enough to cover Alvarez's transfer fee.

This has created a dilemma for Arsenal. The 26-year-old forward is the type that Arteta has always admired. He has all-round qualities, has proven his strength at the highest level, and has a simple personality. However, if you want to poach him from Atletico Madrid, you must not only have strong funds, but also have superb negotiation skills. Whether Arsenal's interest in him ends up being a record-breaking summer signing, or whether it's just admiration from a distance, the reality is that in Arsenal's pursuit of a first Champions League trophy in the club's history, they must first overcome Alvarez.