FC Barcelona's president, Joan Laporta, has assumed personal responsibility for the club's efforts to sign Julian Alvarez. This strategic move is intended to streamline negotiations and maintain confidentiality.
Reports indicate that Laporta will engage directly with Miguel Angel Gil Marin, the chief executive of Atletico Madrid, to facilitate the transfer process.
This shift towards a more discreet negotiation style reflects Barcelona's desire to manage their transfer dealings more effectively, especially in high-profile cases like Alvarez.