Barcelona ties with well-connected agency could unlock Julian Alvarez move – Report | OneFootball

Among the positions that FC Barcelona are looking to strengthen in the upcoming summer transfer window, the center-forward occupies a high priority in the Blaugrana side’s planning.

They have not yet made a decision about the continuity of Robert Lewandowski, and would thus be looking to bring in a high-profile forward to replace him.

For this purpose, they have a clear favorite in mind, i.e., the Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez. The Argentine would undoubtedly be a strong option for the Catalans for this purpose, but getting him from the Colchoneros would not really be easy.

Still, some details can tip the balance in Barcelona’s favor, and as SPORT has noted, one such detail could turn out to be Niagara Sports, the agency led by Andy Bara and Juanma Lopez, and which has close relations with both the Catalan club and the Argentine forward’s entourage.

The agency has been involved in some recent operations with Barcelona, as they represent both Dani Olmo and Joan Garcia. Meanwhile, Niagara is also well connected with Atletico, with Juanma Lopez himself being a former defender for the Madrid club.

Thus, the agency’s close relationship with all the involved parties can make it a highly influential actor if Barcelona tries to sign Julian Alvarez this summer.