Chelsea Might Launch Massive €150M Bid for PSG, Barcelona-Targeted Player

PSG manager Luis Enrique has been open to experimenting with the No. 9 role, often turning to players who aren’t traditional strikers. During the previous campaign, Ousmane Dembélé stepped into that spot as the club secured a treble capped by its first UEFA Champions League title.

Furthermore, the Parisians still have Gonçalo Ramos available as a natural option in the middle, though the Portugal forward often comes off the bench. That approach gives Enrique room to continue searching for a striker who suits his preferred style.

In 2024, Enrique and PSG reportedly explored possible solutions for the No. 9 position. One player they monitored was Julián Álvarez, but the Argentina forward ended up signing with Atlético de Madrid.

Could Chelsea Spend Big for a Striker?

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There has been talk about Álvarez potentially being on the market next summer, especially if he wants to play for a team that aims to challenge for the UEFA Champions League and domestic dominance. Amid the rumors, Fichajes reports that Chelsea are preparing a €150 million bid to sign the Argentine striker.

As a result, with the player under contract until 2030, Atletico Madrid still have to decide whether that price makes sense for them or if they are better off holding on to him. Álvarez brings more than on-field value, serving as a long-term piece for any club willing to commit to him.

Moreover, The Chelsea Chronicle has revealed that Álvarez is considering leaving Atlético Madrid, with Barcelona reportedly being the leading option. Meanwhile, Chelsea and PSG remain closely monitoring the situation.

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In a recent interview with France Football, the Argentine addressed the possibility of joining PSG or Barcelona in the future.

“Do I plan to play for PSG or Barcelona in the coming years? Honestly, I don’t know,” Álvarez said. “I see what’s being said on social media… In Spain, there’s a lot of talk about me and Barcelona. When I signed with Atlético last year, there was also a lot of talk about Paris.

“It’s true, there were discussions between PSG officials and my agent—they showed interest in signing me—but it didn’t happen. For now, I’m focused on Atlético. We’ll take stock at the end of the season.”