Atletico 'want Arsenal striker to replace Julian Alvarez' in shock transfer twist | OneFootball

Spanish giants said to be considering swoop for Gunners forward

In an intriguing transfer twist, Atleti are considering moves for Gunners striker Gabriel Jesus, along with Brazil team-mates Igor Jesus before the transfer window closes.

According to Fichajes, the Spanish club are weighing up moves for both players amid ongoing uncertainty over Alvarez’s future.

Alvarez remains determined to leave Atletico this summer, but a move to preferred destination Barcelona has repeatedly been ruled out.

It leaves Arsenal has the only other viable option for the former Manchester City star, who needs to be convinced of a return to the Premier League.

Such is Alvarez’s desire to leave - having missed training on Wednesday and Thursday - has prompted Atletico to identify a replacement.

Gabriel Jesus has no future at Arsenal, and Mikel Arteta confirmed this week that the player is not currently training with the first team. He is expected to be available for transfer even if Alvarez does not end up at the Emirates Stadium.

Igor Jesus, who plays for Nottingham Forest, has attracted interest from Atletico previously and could now become a more serious target in the final days of the summer window.