The Spanish giants are not willing to go beyond roughly €100 million, forcing them to look for creative solutions to complete the transfer.
To make the deal happen, Barça are prepared to include one or even two players in the agreement to reduce the overall cost.
Atlético Madrid, however, value Álvarez highly and are not willing to let him go easily, meaning negotiations could be long and complicated.
Despite the difficulties, Barcelona remain determined—seeing Álvarez as their future attacking leader.
