Sports · 28 August 2026
Atletico Madrid targets Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus as Alvarez replacement
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Atletico Madrid are reportedly preparing for life without Julian Alvarez, who has been absent from training and booed by fans. Spanish football officials have officially approached Arsenal about their forward, Gabriel Jesus, who is reportedly available for transfer away from the club this summer. Atletico will make a determination this weekend on whether to acquire Jesus or Igor Jesus, who plays for Nottingham Forest.
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