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Julian Alvarez agrees to stay at Atletico Madrid beyond summer transfer window amid Arsenal and Barcelona interest - Euro Transfer News TNT Sports on GoogleReact to this story Julian Alvarez has accepted that he will remain an Atletico Madrid player beyond the summer transfer window despite previously expressing a desire to "fulfil his dream" by joining Barcelona this summer. The development comes after Arsenal - who made Alvarez their prime target after failing to sign Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid - sold Gabriel Jesus to Barcelona earlier on deadline day. While Alvarez's future was never linked to Jesus' switch to Camp Nou, reports in Spain have categorically ruled out any late drama that would see the Argentina international heading to the Liga champions or north London. Alvarez has decided to stay in Madrid for the time being and continue working under Diego Simeone, according to reports from La Sexta and La Pizarra de Quintana, cited by SPORT. Alvarez has informed Atletico sporting director Mateu Alemany that he will not leave the club during the summer window, with the decision closing a period of intense speculation surrounding the striker’s future. - Seven transfers that could happen on deadline day - including key Arsenal and Liverpool targets - Summer transfer window 2026: Every done deal in Premier League - Transfer deadline day summer 2026 - All the done deals across the Premier League, Serie A, Ligue 1, Bundesliga, La Liga - When does the Premier League transfer window close? Why deals can still be announced after deadline day Arsenal were among the clubs most heavily linked with a move. Mikel Arteta’s side were reportedly prepared to make a significant push to bring the former Manchester City player back to the Premier League. Those advances, however, failed to convince the forward. Alvarez has instead chosen to remain in the Spanish capital, with Barcelona continuing to represent his preferred long-term destination. The 26-year-old is understood to have little interest in pursuing alternative moves that would take him away from his ambition of eventually playing for the Catalan giants. On keeping Alvarez, Atletico CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin said: "Our intention and my personal dream is for him to stay with us, to remain at Atlético. To compete amongst the greats, you need great players, and Julian is one." Madrid in line for Arribas windfall Real Madrid are not expected to make any major moves on deadline day after an active summer but the club could still receive a significant financial boost from one potential departure, according to Mundo Deportivo. Former academy player Sergio Arribas is closing in on a move from Almeria to Benfica after an impressive campaign in which he recorded 25 goals and seven assists in La Liga 2. His absence from training has fuelled speculation that a late transfer is imminent. Arribas has a €40 million (£34.2m) release clause, although Benfica are reportedly reluctant to meet the full amount and instead want to negotiate a lower fee with Almeria. Real will be watching the talks closely, having retained 50% of Arribas’ transfer rights when he left the club. Should Benfica pay the full €40m clause, Madrid would therefore be entitled to a €20m windfall. However, a negotiated fee would reduce the Spanish giants’ return, while Almeria are expected to push for the highest possible figure given their own financial stake in the deal. With Madrid largely focused on departures, the Arribas situation could provide an unexpected late boost to the club’s finances if Benfica can finalise an agreement before the transfer window closes. Juve identify Tagliafico alternative Juventus have reportedly turned their attention to Marseille’s Emerson Palmieri as they continue their search for a new full-back, according to Foot Mercato. The Bianconeri are understood to view the 32-year-old Italian as their leading alternative to Nicolas Tagliafico, whose proposed move to Atletico Madrid has complicated Juventus’ pursuit. Palmieri’s profile appeals to Juventus given his extensive experience at the highest level. The former Chelsea defender has also played for Roma, meaning he already knows Serie A and would not face a major adjustment to Italian football. Juventus have been active elsewhere in the market, recently signing Tottenham midfielder Pape Matar Sarr on loan with an option to buy. - Seven transfers that could happen on deadline day - 'One of my biggest dreams' - Liverpool sign Barcola from PSG in £123m deal - 'A surreal moment' - Allan completes Man City move from Palmeiras However, further business at full-back is expected to depend on Juan Cabal’s departure, with the defender having already agreed terms with Atalanta. No deal for Palmieri has been finalised yet but, with the transfer deadline approaching, the Marseille defender is emerging as a realistic option for Juventus should Tagliafico’s move to Atletico go through. Nwaneri heading to Dortmund on loan Borussia Dortmund have agreed a season-long loan deal with Arsenal for Ethan Nwaneri. The 19-year-old set to undergo a medical in Germany before the Bundesliga deadline. Dortmund revived their interest in the highly-rated forward after new signing Giannis Konstantelias sustained a significant knee injury in Saturday’s 2-0 win over Hamburg. Arsenal remain keen to retain Nwaneri and have no intention of selling him but, with Arteta having plenty of attacking options, the club believe regular football elsewhere will benefit his development. Dortmund tried to sign the academy graduate last summer, while several Premier League and European clubs showed interest in this window. Meanwhile, Fabio Vieira has completed a permanent move to Hamburg. The 26-year-old joined Arsenal from Porto for £34.2 million in 2022 and made 49 appearances before spending last season on loan in Germany. Add TNT Sports as a preferred source here to enjoy more content like this. Stream the Premier League, men’s and women’s FA Cups, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Conference League and more live with TNT Sports on HBO Max