Julian Alvarez (foto: Getty Images)
Atletico Madrid are close to extending Julian Alvarez’s contract, with the Argentine striker set to become the club’s top earner after an impressive rise in Madrid.
Atletico Madrid are preparing a major contract upgrade for Julian Alvarez, with the Argentine forward set to become the club’s highest-paid player.
Despite already being tied to the club until 2030, Atletico want to reward the striker’s rapid rise and secure his long-term future amid growing interest from Barcelona and Arsenal.
The 26-year-old has emerged as the natural successor to Antoine Griezmann, who is expected to leave Madrid at the end of the season and continue his career in Orlando.
Unlike previous high-profile arrivals such as Joao Felix, Alvarez has delivered consistently and established himself as one of the leading forwards in European football.
According to Matteo Moretto, negotiations are already underway, with both sides focused mainly on improving the player’s salary. His representatives believe his current wages do not reflect his status or contribution.
Alvarez is settled in Madrid and ready to take on a leading role in the team’s attack. Atletico see him as the central figure of their next project.
His numbers underline that importance. He has scored 49 goals in 105 appearances for the club so far.
This season, he has stood out in the Champions League with 10 goals in 14 matches, while his La Liga return stands at nine goals.
The Argentine forward is also entering a crucial phase internationally. With Lionel Messi nearing the end of his career, Alvarez is expected to take on a leading role for Argentina in the coming years.