Arsenal news: Julian Alvarez transfer update and pre-contract deal agreed

Arsenal news: Julian Alvarez transfer update and pre-contract deal agreedJulian Alvarez's uncertain future is one step closer to being resolvedCommentsSportKasra Moradi Senior Sports Journalist04:00, 22 Apr 2026View 2 ImagesJulian Alvarez has reportedly made his preferred destination this summer known(Image: Getty)Arsenal have endured a rollercoaster week. The Gunners secured qualification to the Champions League semi-finals last Wednesday, albeit in somewhat muted fashion given they had to settle for a dull 0-0 home draw (1-0 on aggregate) against Sporting CP and only managed one shot on target.‌Off the back of that performance, Mikel Arteta’s side gave a far better account of themselves away at Manchester City on Sunday in arguably their most important Premier League game of the season. But Arsenal's valiant efforts counted for nothing as they lost 2-1 to Pep Guardiola’s men, allowing City to match their points tally at the top of the table if they win their game in hand against Burnley.‌Off the pitch, sporting director Andrea Berta is working hard on negotiating deals for this summer’s transfer window, having made eight signings in the same window last year.‌FOLLOW OUR ARSENAL FB PAGE! Latest Gunners news and more on our dedicated Facebook pageNow, Mirror Football takes a look at two of the biggest stories involving Arsenal over the past day.READ MORE: Arsene Wenger issues new Premier League title prediction after Arsenal stumbleREAD MORE: Arsenal given fresh Mikel Arteta sack verdict by former Gunners starJulian Alvarez preference emergesArsenal target Julian Alvarez would rather join Barcelona than the Gunners this summer, according to a report. The Gunners have been heavily linked with the Atletico Madrid striker, with various reports highlighting Berta’s interest in bringing him to N5, having been the one to sign him for Atletico.‌The £100million-rated Argentine has been on fire since joining Atletico from City in August 2024, scoring 19 goals this...